Review our current approach to identifying phenotypes and endotypes versus treatable traits in COPD. |
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Discuss how such characterization allows us to personalize treatment and consider novel biologic agents for treatment of COPD in the future. |
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Analyze the expanding use of e-cigarettes among adolescents. |
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Discuss potential toxicities associated with vaping, and the effects of e-cigarettes and vaping on human immune response. |
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Implement evidence-based recommendations for the diagnosis and management of interstitial pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). |
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Effectively identify cases of IPF, review diagnosis and initiate appropriate treatment. |
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Implement evidence-based follow-up care for patients presenting with IPF, and provide ongoing monitoring to improve patient outcomes. |
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Identify traditional risk factors and presentation of pulmonary nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) infection. |
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Construct an appropriate diagnostic and treatment strategy for patients with suspected NTM. |
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