Lung transplantation is a critical and life-saving treatment for patients with end-stage lung disease who are unresponsive to other medical or surgical interventions. This complex procedure requires meticulous coordination among a diverse interprofessional healthcare team, including pulmonologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, anesthesiologists, intensivists, perfusionists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and other allied health professionals, to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Each step, from preoperative optimization and donor selection to the technically challenging surgery and intensive postoperative care, demands skilled communication and collaboration among healthcare specialists. Innovations such as ex vivo lung perfusion and advancements in immunosuppressive therapies continue to improve the success rates and longevity of lung transplants.Clinicians engaged in specialized training gain comprehensive knowledge and practical skills essential for patients undergoing lung transplants, including the latest advancements in transplantation techniques and care strategies, such as preoperative and postoperative care, thereby optimizing patient outcomes. This activity emphasizes the importance of effective communication and teamwork within the interprofessional transplant team. By understanding the intricacies of lung transplantation and the critical roles of each team member, clinicians are better equipped to contribute to the success of lung transplant programs and improve patient care. The field continues progressing and enhancing the quality of life for patients with end-stage respiratory failure.
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- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
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- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Cardiothoracic, Critical Care, Critical Care Medicine, General Operative Anesthesia, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Thoracic, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Neurocritical Care, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Pulmonology, Pediatric Surgery, Pulmonary Disease, Surgical Critical Care, Thoracic Anesthesia, Transplant Pathology, Vascular Surgery