American Thoracic Society (ATS)
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The ATS and CAPC have a collaborative learning series of seven modules on ATS Ed+ for clinicians treating patients with serious illnesses. Earn CME today! #pallipulm @anandiyermd.bsky.social @donsullivan.bsky.social @pallipulm.bsky.social
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Learn more: atsedplus.thoracic.org/capc/palliat...
November 25, 2025 at 10:00 PM
The ATS and CAPC have a collaborative learning series of seven modules on ATS Ed+ for clinicians treating patients with serious illnesses. Earn CME today! #pallipulm @anandiyermd.bsky.social @donsullivan.bsky.social @pallipulm.bsky.social
Learn more: atsedplus.thoracic.org/capc/palliat...
Learn more: atsedplus.thoracic.org/capc/palliat...
Is it possible to develop COPD without smoking? Learn more about the non-smoking causes of COPD with Meilan Han, MD, MS, of University of Michigan Health, and host Erika Moseson, MD, MA, on the ATS Breathe Easy podcast.
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jYp...
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jYp...
November 25, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Is it possible to develop COPD without smoking? Learn more about the non-smoking causes of COPD with Meilan Han, MD, MS, of University of Michigan Health, and host Erika Moseson, MD, MA, on the ATS Breathe Easy podcast.
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jYp...
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jYp...
⏰Nominations for the Elizabeth A. Rich, MD, Award close today! ⏰ The award recognizes an outstanding woman who has made contributions in pulmonary, critical care, & sleep medicine, and will be presented at the #ATS2026 Women’s Forum.
Nominations close today: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
Nominations close today: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
November 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
⏰Nominations for the Elizabeth A. Rich, MD, Award close today! ⏰ The award recognizes an outstanding woman who has made contributions in pulmonary, critical care, & sleep medicine, and will be presented at the #ATS2026 Women’s Forum.
Nominations close today: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
Nominations close today: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
What is pulmonary rehabilitation and how does it help COPD patients? Rachel Evans, MD, University of Leicester, explains on the latest episode of the ATS Breathe Easy podcast, alongside COPD advocate Russell Winwood and host Amy Attaway, MD.
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cETC...
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cETC...
November 21, 2025 at 7:57 PM
What is pulmonary rehabilitation and how does it help COPD patients? Rachel Evans, MD, University of Leicester, explains on the latest episode of the ATS Breathe Easy podcast, alongside COPD advocate Russell Winwood and host Amy Attaway, MD.
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cETC...
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cETC...
Nominations for the Elizabeth A. Rich, MD, Award close on Nov. 24. The award recognizes an outstanding woman who has made contributions in pulmonary, critical care, & sleep medicine, and will be presented at the #ATS2026 Women’s Forum.
Submit your nomination today: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
Submit your nomination today: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
November 21, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Nominations for the Elizabeth A. Rich, MD, Award close on Nov. 24. The award recognizes an outstanding woman who has made contributions in pulmonary, critical care, & sleep medicine, and will be presented at the #ATS2026 Women’s Forum.
Submit your nomination today: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
Submit your nomination today: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
November is Native American Heritage Month! Annie Rusk, MD, Mayo Clinic, Arizona, talks about how she integrates Indigenous health methods into her research that seeks to improve respiratory health for Native people.
November 20, 2025 at 10:30 PM
November is Native American Heritage Month! Annie Rusk, MD, Mayo Clinic, Arizona, talks about how she integrates Indigenous health methods into her research that seeks to improve respiratory health for Native people.
Today is the Great American Smokeout, in which people are urged to quit smoking. Vapes have as many negative health effects as other tobacco products, as Laura Crotty Alexander, MD, explains to host Erika Moseson, MD, MA, on the ATS Breathe Easy podcast.
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3jD...
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3jD...
November 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Today is the Great American Smokeout, in which people are urged to quit smoking. Vapes have as many negative health effects as other tobacco products, as Laura Crotty Alexander, MD, explains to host Erika Moseson, MD, MA, on the ATS Breathe Easy podcast.
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3jD...
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3jD...
Today is #WorldCOPDDay! In recognition of World COPD Day on Nov. 19, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, of which the ATS is a founding member, is highlighting the importance of correctly diagnosing COPD earlier.
Read more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
Read more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
November 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Today is #WorldCOPDDay! In recognition of World COPD Day on Nov. 19, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, of which the ATS is a founding member, is highlighting the importance of correctly diagnosing COPD earlier.
Read more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
Read more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
It's Patient Voices Wednesday! David Badenoch from the Vasculitis Foundation talks about the importance of patients being present at conferences like the ATS International Conference to share their stories and experience.
Learn more about his story: site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
Learn more about his story: site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
November 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM
It's Patient Voices Wednesday! David Badenoch from the Vasculitis Foundation talks about the importance of patients being present at conferences like the ATS International Conference to share their stories and experience.
Learn more about his story: site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
Learn more about his story: site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
The ATS applauds the Tiburon town council for passing the strictest, most comprehensive tobacco and nicotine sales ban in the country. We encourage other cities to do the same to ensure the health of their populations and help people breathe better.
Read more: www.sfgate.com/local/articl...
Read more: www.sfgate.com/local/articl...
November 18, 2025 at 9:55 PM
The ATS applauds the Tiburon town council for passing the strictest, most comprehensive tobacco and nicotine sales ban in the country. We encourage other cities to do the same to ensure the health of their populations and help people breathe better.
Read more: www.sfgate.com/local/articl...
Read more: www.sfgate.com/local/articl...
The Public Advisory Roundtable (PAR) held their fall planning meeting, with honorary guest William J. Martin II, MD. During the meeting, the group discussed updates, outlined talks, and planned for PAR's 25th anniversary, which will be held in May 2026.
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
November 18, 2025 at 6:45 PM
The Public Advisory Roundtable (PAR) held their fall planning meeting, with honorary guest William J. Martin II, MD. During the meeting, the group discussed updates, outlined talks, and planned for PAR's 25th anniversary, which will be held in May 2026.
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
Exercise is key to managing COPD symptoms. As World COPD Day approaches on Nov. 19, COPD advocate Russell Winwood explains the importance of movement and community for those who live with this lung condition.
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cETC...
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cETC...
November 18, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Exercise is key to managing COPD symptoms. As World COPD Day approaches on Nov. 19, COPD advocate Russell Winwood explains the importance of movement and community for those who live with this lung condition.
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cETC...
Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cETC...
Join the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research Clinical Education and Engagement Series Installment on Cutaneous Sarcoidosis at 4-6:30 p.m. CT on Nov. 17, 2025. Registrants will receive a recording of the program. Live attendees will receive CME credit.
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Join the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research Clinical Education and Engagement Series Installment on Cutaneous Sarcoidosis at 4-6:30 p.m. CT on Nov. 17, 2025. Registrants will receive a recording of the program. Live attendees will receive CME credit.
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
For generations of clinicians and researchers, ATS has provided spaces for innovation and collaboration. Lisa Maier, MD, MSPH, ATSF, of @nationaljewish.org, talks about how the ATS has aided her in helping the world breathe through medicine and advocacy.
Become an ATS member: thoracic.org/join
Become an ATS member: thoracic.org/join
November 17, 2025 at 4:53 PM
For generations of clinicians and researchers, ATS has provided spaces for innovation and collaboration. Lisa Maier, MD, MSPH, ATSF, of @nationaljewish.org, talks about how the ATS has aided her in helping the world breathe through medicine and advocacy.
Become an ATS member: thoracic.org/join
Become an ATS member: thoracic.org/join
Drs. Christopher Worsham and Ajanta Patel representing ATS at @ama-assn.org House of Delegates meeting in Maryland, along with CEO Karen Collishaw and Gary Ewart, chief of ATS advocacy & government relations. #AMAmtg #medsky
November 16, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Drs. Christopher Worsham and Ajanta Patel representing ATS at @ama-assn.org House of Delegates meeting in Maryland, along with CEO Karen Collishaw and Gary Ewart, chief of ATS advocacy & government relations. #AMAmtg #medsky
To use steroids to treat patients, or not to use steroids? That was the question for Julio Ramirez, MD, Norton Healthcare and University of Louisville, and his colleagues as they updated the ATS guidelines for community-acquired pneumonia.
Watch the ATS Breathe Easy podcast: youtu.be/T1S-czIl0Ck
Watch the ATS Breathe Easy podcast: youtu.be/T1S-czIl0Ck
November 14, 2025 at 4:58 PM
To use steroids to treat patients, or not to use steroids? That was the question for Julio Ramirez, MD, Norton Healthcare and University of Louisville, and his colleagues as they updated the ATS guidelines for community-acquired pneumonia.
Watch the ATS Breathe Easy podcast: youtu.be/T1S-czIl0Ck
Watch the ATS Breathe Easy podcast: youtu.be/T1S-czIl0Ck
🌏 ATS at APSR 2025!
It’s been a busy, inspiring, and fun few days at #APSR2025! ATS was proudly represented by ATS President-Elect Michelle Gong, MD, MS, ATSF; and ATS Secretary Jesse Roman, MD, ATSF, along with the talented ATS/APSR Young Investigator Awardees, Monica Liu and Lauren Kearney.
It’s been a busy, inspiring, and fun few days at #APSR2025! ATS was proudly represented by ATS President-Elect Michelle Gong, MD, MS, ATSF; and ATS Secretary Jesse Roman, MD, ATSF, along with the talented ATS/APSR Young Investigator Awardees, Monica Liu and Lauren Kearney.
November 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM
🌏 ATS at APSR 2025!
It’s been a busy, inspiring, and fun few days at #APSR2025! ATS was proudly represented by ATS President-Elect Michelle Gong, MD, MS, ATSF; and ATS Secretary Jesse Roman, MD, ATSF, along with the talented ATS/APSR Young Investigator Awardees, Monica Liu and Lauren Kearney.
It’s been a busy, inspiring, and fun few days at #APSR2025! ATS was proudly represented by ATS President-Elect Michelle Gong, MD, MS, ATSF; and ATS Secretary Jesse Roman, MD, ATSF, along with the talented ATS/APSR Young Investigator Awardees, Monica Liu and Lauren Kearney.
Join us on Dec. 4 for an international discussion on how countries are advancing lung cancer screening. Learn about national programs, early lessons, regional challenges, and strategies to ensure equitable access to care.
Register today: site.thoracic.org/events/ats-i...
Register today: site.thoracic.org/events/ats-i...
November 13, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Join us on Dec. 4 for an international discussion on how countries are advancing lung cancer screening. Learn about national programs, early lessons, regional challenges, and strategies to ensure equitable access to care.
Register today: site.thoracic.org/events/ats-i...
Register today: site.thoracic.org/events/ats-i...
Nov. 13 – 19 is Transgender Awareness Week, a time to reaffirm the commitment to equitable, compassionate care for all patients. The ATS commits to equity, dignity, and health for all members of the communities we serve.
November 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Nov. 13 – 19 is Transgender Awareness Week, a time to reaffirm the commitment to equitable, compassionate care for all patients. The ATS commits to equity, dignity, and health for all members of the communities we serve.
November is Native American Heritage Month! Ryan JJ Buckley, MD, MPH, from the Yale School of Medicine, talks about how being a Cherokee Nation citizen guides his work and research.
November 12, 2025 at 9:45 PM
November is Native American Heritage Month! Ryan JJ Buckley, MD, MPH, from the Yale School of Medicine, talks about how being a Cherokee Nation citizen guides his work and research.
Palliative care is more important than ever. For clinicians looking to expand their knowledge on palliative care, the ATS and CAPC have a collaborative learning series of seven modules on ATS Ed+ about treating patients with serious illnesses. Learn more: atsedplus.thoracic.org/capc/palliat...
November 12, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Palliative care is more important than ever. For clinicians looking to expand their knowledge on palliative care, the ATS and CAPC have a collaborative learning series of seven modules on ATS Ed+ about treating patients with serious illnesses. Learn more: atsedplus.thoracic.org/capc/palliat...
It's Patient Voices Wednesday! Patient and advocate Maria Young of ARDS Alliance explains why sharing the patient experience is key to continued learning and healing.
Hear her story in the 14th edition of Patient Voices:site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
Hear her story in the 14th edition of Patient Voices:site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
November 12, 2025 at 5:34 PM
It's Patient Voices Wednesday! Patient and advocate Maria Young of ARDS Alliance explains why sharing the patient experience is key to continued learning and healing.
Hear her story in the 14th edition of Patient Voices:site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
Hear her story in the 14th edition of Patient Voices:site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...
Today, on World Pneumonia Day, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies is calling for urgent action to prevent #pneumonia deaths, particularly among children under five and other high-risk populations #childsurvivalaction #worldpneumoniaday
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
November 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Today, on World Pneumonia Day, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies is calling for urgent action to prevent #pneumonia deaths, particularly among children under five and other high-risk populations #childsurvivalaction #worldpneumoniaday
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
The ATS has published a new clinical practice guideline on the diagnosis and management of community-acquired pneumonia, which expands upon its 2019 recommendations.
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
November 11, 2025 at 10:30 PM
The ATS has published a new clinical practice guideline on the diagnosis and management of community-acquired pneumonia, which expands upon its 2019 recommendations.
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
Nominations are still open for the Elizabeth A. Rich, MD, Award. The award recognizes an outstanding woman who has made contributions in pulmonary, critical care, & sleep medicine, and will be presented at the #ATS2026 Women’s Forum.
Nominations close Nov. 24: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
Nominations close Nov. 24: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
November 11, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Nominations are still open for the Elizabeth A. Rich, MD, Award. The award recognizes an outstanding woman who has made contributions in pulmonary, critical care, & sleep medicine, and will be presented at the #ATS2026 Women’s Forum.
Nominations close Nov. 24: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...
Nominations close Nov. 24: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...