In this podcast episode, we interview Brian Rose, a cardiovascular physician assistant, about the intersection of cardiology and pulmonology in managing patients with breathlessness. We discuss the evaluation and management of dyspnea on exertion, the role of diastolic dysfunction and valvular disease in causing pulmonary hypertension, and the impo…

Dr. Valerie Young, a thought leader on imposter syndrome, discusses the phenomenon and its impact on APPs. Imposter syndrome is the belief that one is not as intelligent or competent as others perceive them to be, leading to fear of being exposed as a fraud. Learn how to identify and combat imposter syndrome in this episode and visit Dr. Young's we…

In this episode, Corinne Young interviews Jennifer Faber-Gerling about mycobacterium avian complex (MAC). They discuss the bacterium itself, the rise in cases, screening and diagnosis, treatment and side effects, reinfection versus reactivation, and symptom management. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of close surveillance, collaboration with a m…

Dr. Jamie Rutland discusses the role of biologic therapy in COPD. He explains that type 2 inflammation, characterized by the presence of eosinophils, is a key factor in COPD. He also discusses the use of biologics to target this inflammation and reduce exacerbations in COPD patients. Claim your 0.5 CME credits for listening to this episode here: ht…

APAPP Board Member, Tyler Kuhk an adult gerontology nurse practitioner, discusses the complexities of inhalers and the various types of inhaler devices available. He highlights the importance of understanding the different families of inhalers, types of inhaler devices, the need for proper inhaler technique, and addresses common mistakes that patie…

Dr. Susan Wilcox, medical director of the medical ICU at Leahy Hospital, delves into ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) and its applications, emphasizing that ideal candidates are typically relatively healthy individuals with isolated single organ injuries. Nonetheless, she acknowledges the rarity of finding textbook-perfect candidates. Cla…

Nurse practitioner Cori Fratelli from National Jewish Health discusses breathing pattern disorders, related to unexplained dyspnea. Cori advocates to consider these disorders, discusses treatment methods like breath retraining, inspiratory muscle training, and emphasizes the need for more research and specialized clinics. Claim your 0.5 CME credits…

National Jewish Health's NP, Cori Fratelli, shares with us how she and her colleagues utilize CPET and other testing in patients with unexplained shortness of breath. Claim your 0.5 CME credits for listening to this episode here: https://forms.gle/42yHmF8UpemVhdDJA. Visit our website for more APP Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine content…

In this podcast episode, we interview Amanda Mixon, a PA with extensive experience in rheumatology and the President of the association of Rheumatology of Advanced Practice Providers (RhAPP). We discuss various topics related to rheumatology and pulmonary medicine, including working up patients with positive ANA, interpreting ANA results and antibo…

Learn about the ever expanding roll of APPs in pulmonary medicine as Nurse Practitioner, Rebecca Priebe, unveils the world of Interventional Pulmonology and the roll APPs play in this episode Claim your 0.5 CME credits for listening to this episode here: https://forms.gle/42yHmF8UpemVhdDJA. Visit our website for more APP Pulmonary, Critical Care, a…

The Queen of all things Pulmonary Hypertension, Martha Kingman Nurse Practitioner from UTSW PH Clinic, reviews her insights on managing PAH patients, shares updates for 2023, and gives us a peek of what's to come. Claim your 0.5 CME credits for listening to this episode here: https://forms.gle/42yHmF8UpemVhdDJA. Visit our website for more APP Pulmo…

PA Anne Cartwright isn't called the "PAP Guru" for nothing. In this episode she will walk you through how to help your sleep apnea patients get compliant with CPAP therapy. Listen in and learn how to trouble shoot common CPAP roadblocks and how to set your patients up for success. Visit www.pulmapp.com for more information. Claim your 0.5 CME credi…

Reem Ismail is a Nurse Practitioner who left clinical practice at a prominent Pulmonary Hypertension clinic to work for big pharma! In this episode we learn why APPs are transitioning to this new role and (spoiler alert) find out it's not dark at all on that side of the fence. Claim your 0.5 CME credits for listening to this episode here: https://f…

PA Joanne Wozniak is the Lead APP at Lahay Hospital and responsible for onboarding APPs in their many ICUs around the Boston area. She and her group have been so successful in their onboarding process they began sharing their insights at national pulmonary and critical care conferences. In this episode, Joanne shares how it all started, what they'v…

Dr. Alain Eid, who has been involved in innumerous studies himself, walks us through how to dissect a research article and more importantly, how to find the devil in the details. If you've ever wanted to better understand journal articles and what is hiding behind face value, this is the podcast for you. Claim your 0.5 CME credits for listening to …

Nurse Practitioner Alanna Kavanaugh works with the American Lung Association’s COPD Advisory Board and has been part of the international GOLD Guideline updates. This podcast is packed full of recommendations to help you make the most of your visits with your COPD patients. Claim your 0.5 CME credits for listening to this episode here: https://form…

In this episode, we take a peak behind the curtain of what it's like to be part of an APP Fellowship Program. Vincent DeRienzo, Physician Associate and Assistant Director of the APP Critical Care Medicine Fellowship Program at the Univ. of Rochester walks us through his program development, processes, successes, and lessons they've learned along th…