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Kenneth Saag, MD, Rheumatology, Birmingham, AL

Kenneth G Saag MD

Rheumatology•Birmingham, AL

Rheumatoid Arthritis & Related, Spondyloarthropathy

Professor, Medicine, University of Alabama School of Medicine

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  • 1717 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233

  • Phone+1 800-822-8816

  • Fax+1 205-583-8060

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Summary

  • Dr. Kenneth Saag is a rheumatologist based in Birmingham, AL, specializing in rheumatoid arthritis, related conditions, and spondyloarthropathy. He completed his fellowship in rheumatology at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in 1993 and held earlier educational and residency roles at the Feinberg School of Medicine and McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. He currently serves as the Jane Knight Lowe Professor at UAB Highlands. Dr. Saag has expertise in osteoporosis, metabolic bone disease, and epidemiology. His recent publications appear in leading journals, with research focused on glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis and gout, among others. His work includes involvement in clinical trials and recognition from professional bodies such as the Association of American Physicians and American College of Rheumatology.

Education & Training

  • University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
    University of Iowa Hospitals and ClinicsFellowship, Rheumatology, 1990 - 1993
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
    McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern UniversityResidency, Internal Medicine, 1987 - 1989
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
    McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern UniversityInternship, Internal Medicine, 1986 - 1987
  • Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
    Northwestern University The Feinberg School of MedicineClass of 1986

Certifications & Licensure

  • AL State Medical License
    AL State Medical License 1998 - 2025
  • IA State Medical License
    IA State Medical License 1990 - 2000
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 1986 - 1993
  • Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • Rheumatology
    American Board of Internal Medicine Rheumatology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Member Association of American Physicians, 2015
  • Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 2012
  • Fellow (FACP) American College of Physicians, 1995
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Recommendations Regarding the Reporting of Economic Evaluations in Osteoporosis  
    S Silverman, K G Saag, S V Bukata, D T Gold, Osteoporosis international
  • Long‐Term Safety of Rituximab in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Analysis from the SUNSTONE Registry  
    Kenneth Saag, Daniel E Furst, Kevin L Winthrop, Arthritis Care & Research
  • Correction to: Hip Fracture Trends in the United States, 2002 to 2015  
    R F Gagel, E Siris, K G Saag, J R Curtis, Osteoporosis international
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Lectures

  • Osteoporosis and Vitamin D 
    ENDO 2019 - New Orleans, LA - 3/23/2019

Other

Press Mentions

  • Novel Urate-Lowering Therapy SAP-001 ‘Merits Further Investigation’ in Refractory Gout
    Novel Urate-Lowering Therapy SAP-001 ‘Merits Further Investigation’ in Refractory GoutJune 26th, 2025
  • New Editor in Chief Has Expansive Vision for Arthritis & Rheumatology
    New Editor in Chief Has Expansive Vision for Arthritis & RheumatologyMay 30th, 2025
  • Dubious Treatments, ‘Snake Oil Salesmen’ Grab Attention in Rheumatology
    Dubious Treatments, ‘Snake Oil Salesmen’ Grab Attention in RheumatologyMay 16th, 2025
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Grant Support

  • CTSA K12 Program at the University of Alabama at BirminghamUNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM2024–2029
  • INvestigations In Gout, Hyperuricemia, and comorbidiTies (INSIGHT) Center of Research Translation (CORT)UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM2012–2025
  • Activating Patients To Reduce Osteoporosis (APROPOS)National Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2011
  • UAB Deep South Arthritis And Musculoskeletal CertsAgency For Healthcare Research And Quality2011
  • Mid-Career Investigator Award (For Kenneth G. Saag, MD, Msc)National Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2010–2011
  • UAB Health Services &Outcomes Research Training ProgramAgency For Healthcare Research And Quality2009–2011
  • Improving Care Of Osteoporosis: Multi-Modal Interventions To Increase TestingNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2008–2011
  • Comprehensive Minority And Health Disparities Research CenterNational Center On Minority Health And Health Disparities2010
  • UAB T32 In Comparative Effectiveness ResearchAgency For Healthcare Research And Quality2010
  • UAB K 12 In Comparative Effectiveness ResearchAgency For Healthcare Research And Quality2010
  • Deep South Musculoskeletal (DSM) CertsAgency For Healthcare Research And Quality2007–2010
  • Mid-Career Investigator Award For Kenneth G. SaagNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2005–2009
  • Safety Assessment Of Anti-Tnf Agents Used In Autoimmune DiseaseAgency For Healthcare Research And Quality2008
  • Androgen-Deprivation Therapy For Prostate Cancer And Bone HealthNational Center For Research Resources2006–2007
  • UAB CERT Of Musculoskeletal DisordersAgency For Healthcare Research And Quality2000–2006
  • UAB Certs Of Musculoskeletal DisordersAgency For Healthcare Research And Quality2005
  • Improving Quality Of Care In Steroid Induced OsteoporosisNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2002
  • Long Term Safety And Toxicity Monitoring For NsaidsNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2000–2001
  • Osteonecrosis Among Renal Transplant RecipientsNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases1999–2001
  • Osteonecrosis Among Renal Transplant PatientsNational Center For Research Resources2000

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