Pro Tips & Practical Insights from Dr. Jim O’Brien Are acute COPD exacerbations taking the wind out of YOUR sails? Join us as we navigate the stormy waters that can be AECOPD with our guest expert,  Dr. Jim O’Brien                                                                          from National Jewish Health Center. Claim free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | askcurbsiders@gmail.com | Free CME! Show Segments Intro, disclaimer, guest bio What is a COPD  Case from Kashlak - Natalie Harrison Knee jerk reaction: Determining level of illness & disposition Initial work-up considerations What’s in your differential? The second-order assessment - shuffling the differential, honing in on the patient AECOPD: Triggers & Pathophysiology Treatment Pearls I: Steroids Treatment Pearls II: Antibiotics Treatment Pearls III: Bronchodilators Treatment Pearls IV: Oxygen Therapy Preparing for discharge Take home points Lightning Round! Getting to know Dr. O’Brien &  Picks of the Week* Outro Credits Writer & Producer:  Cyrus Askin MD Show Notes, Infographic & Cover Art: Cyrus Askin MD  Hosts: Meredith Trubitt MD, Monee Amin MD & Cyrus Askin MD    Reviewer:  Sai Achi, MD MBA  Showrunner: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Jim O’Brien MD Sponsor: Medmastery Go to www.medmastery.com/curbsiders to claim a 15% discount off an annual Medmastery Pro Subscription.  Full Transcript available HERE