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The Role Of Diagnostic Bronchoscopy In Refractory Asthma Management, Christopher Mcgrath, Md, Tuhina Raman, Md, Jessica Most, Md Aug 2019

The Role Of Diagnostic Bronchoscopy In Refractory Asthma Management, Christopher Mcgrath, Md, Tuhina Raman, Md, Jessica Most, Md

Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Posters

Refractory asthma is an uncommon entity, manifesting in less than five percent of asthmatics and characterized by high medication requirements, persistent symptoms, frequent exacerbations, and significant airflow obstruction despite standard medical therapy.[1] Bronchoscopy may be an effective tool for identifying refractory asthma phenotypes.[3] The objective of this case series is to demonstrate the use of bronchoscopy to personalize treatment among a population of refractory asthmatics.


Asthma Care In The Emergency Department And Urgent Care Center, Children's Mercy Kansas City May 2019

Asthma Care In The Emergency Department And Urgent Care Center, Children's Mercy Kansas City

Clinical Pathways (Formally Known As Clinical Practice Guidelines)

No abstract provided.


Standardizing Asthma Management In Primary Care, Michael Vernon Chmielewski Jan 2019

Standardizing Asthma Management In Primary Care, Michael Vernon Chmielewski

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

Asthma is a chronic, relapsing-remitting inflammatory airway disease that continues to increase in prevalence in the United States. When properly managed, patients with asthma experience less morbidity than those whose asthma is poorly controlled. Although the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) has published guidelines regarding the evidence-based diagnosis and management of asthma, many primary care practices do not fully utilize these best-practices. The purpose of this project was to develop a system of standardized protocols and a reference guide to promote adherence to evidence-based guidelines in asthma management for the Champlain Valley Physician’s Hospital Family Medicine residents and …


Spirometry In Primary Care, Megan Garrido Jan 2019

Spirometry In Primary Care, Megan Garrido

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

Prevalence of COPD in the United States is rising, yet many people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) diagnoses do not have diagnoses. In Vermont 18% of adults are current smokers and 27% are former smokers. The lack of provider and nurse training regarding indications, mechanism, interpretation and benefit of spirometry have limited it's use. Spirometry is recommended for both asthma & COPD diagnoses and management, and may provide better disease management.