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American Thoracic Society
Conversations in Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine by the American Thoracic Society
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Jul 16, 2024 • 44min
Navigating Smoking Cessation. Strategies, A Blueprint for Impactful Conversations and Lasting Change
Lung cancer care begins with prevention. This podcast aims to provide expert insights and practical advice on quitting smoking. We explore the opt-out approach, an effective strategy for initiating conversations about quitting smoking, and provide a comprehensive overview of pharmacotherapy options available to support the patients through their smoking cessation journey. Tune in as we tackle common questions and concerns faced by patients, offering practical tips and guidance to help you kick the habit for good. Disclosures: no financial interests in the production of this material
Jun 4, 2024 • 33min
At The Bedside: Episode 6 - Mechanical Ventilation in ARDS, How to Use Driving Pressure
A practical case-based approach to the management setting and titrating the ventilator in ARDS
May 28, 2024 • 27min
Practical PH – When the right heart fails- identification and management of the crashing PH patient
Drs. Katherine Cox-Flaherty and Meghan Cirulis dissect a challenging case of decompensated RV failure in a patient with pulmonary hypertension. Tune in for pearls on how to recognize and treat this condition with PH and RV expert, Dr. Corey Ventetuolo.
May 21, 2024 • 40min
Practical PH – Reproductive Health in Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Drs. Meghan Cirulis and Katherine Cox-Flaherty discuss key issues surrounding reproductive health in pulmonary hypertension with two national experts on the subject: Dr Anna Hemnes and Dr. Elizabeth Sonntag.
May 14, 2024 • 25min
Elevator Pitch: Get to Know the Critical Care Assembly Planning Committee
In this episode of the Elevator Pitch, we talk to Dr. Anica Law, chair of the Critical Care Assembly Planning Committee to learn more about what the committee does and how ATS members can get involved.
May 10, 2024 • 30min
Elevator Pitch: Get to Know the Critical Care Assembly Program Committee
Dr. Lauren Ferrante, Chair of the Critical Care Assembly Program Committee, discusses her efforts to enhance care for older adults in the ICU. She explains the involvement and planning process at ATS Critical Care Assembly, emphasizing the importance of early career professional involvement. Dr. Ferrante also explores the responsibilities of abstract review for the International Conference and provides tips for navigating sessions and networking at the conference.
May 7, 2024 • 10min
A Roadmap to Sleep Programming and Content for ATS 2024
Please join Helena Schotland as she chats with the ATS SRN Web Director, Nancy Stewart, about the sleep-related programs at the ATS 2024 international conference.
Apr 30, 2024 • 37min
From the Trenches: Episode 6 – MeiLan Han, MD, MS
Dr. MeiLan Han shares her unique journey from veterinary school to Chief of Pulmonary Critical Care at University of Michigan, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself. Topics include leadership challenges as a female in medicine, reflections on public health response, overcoming self-doubt, and the rewarding nature of serving others.
Apr 23, 2024 • 43min
From the Trenches: Episode 5 – Mark Gladwin, MD
Dr. Naftali Kaminski chats with Dr. Mark Gladwin as he discusses his role as the Dean of University of MD, School of Medicine, and Vice President of Medical Affairs, shares his upbringing in a social science home in an ever-changing environment that has led him to become extremely adaptable and discusses his keys to success and advice.
Apr 16, 2024 • 34min
From the Trenches: Episode 4 - Jose Herazo-Maya, MD
Dr. Naftali Kaminski chats with Dr. Jose Herazo-Maya as he discusses his trajectory in becoming a Division Chief, how his international background influences his work-style approach and his fascination with heights and planes.
