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Supplemental Oxygen Bill Introduced with CHEST Support
In early March 2024, CHEST published an exciting announcement of their support of the supplemental oxygen bill, aimed at improving access to […]
Bacterial Infections in Asthma Exacerbations: Does Obesity Status Matter?
In the realm of respiratory health, asthma remains a significant challenge, affecting millions worldwide. While advancements in treatment have improved outcomes, certain […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Submit an Abstract
Are you attending the 1st Annual APAPP National Conference in June? Are you passionate about advancing pulmonary care? Do you have a […]
Pulmonology Heros: First Biomarker for Lung Fibrosis
Pulmonology Heros, a new digest that sifts through the latest news and curates information specifically for pulmonologists, highlighted the first biomarker for […]
Gabapentinoids Increase Exacerbation in COPD from CHEST
In early February 2024, CHEST published an article that sheds light on a crucial aspect of COPD management. Article author Heidi Splete […]
APAPP Welcomes New Board Members
It is with great pleasure that we introduce the newest additions to our esteemed board at the Association of Pulmonary Advanced Practice […]
Podcast Episodes
ECMO: Who is the right patient?
Idiopathic Shortness of Breath part 2: Dysfunctional Breathing Clinic
Idiopathic Shortness of Breath part 1: CPET
CTD: OMG! What do I do with these antibodies?
Interventional Pulmonology: Yeah, APPs do that too!
What’s new in pulmonary hypertension: 2023
Featured Nurse Practitioner Stories
Meet The Bronch Queen: A Nurse Practitioner’s Story
Over the last several years, the role of the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the ICU has been evolving. As intensivist models have developed across the country, it has become apparent for the need for continuous provider coverage in the ICU and APPs have filled this gap.
Complexity of the Evaluation and Diagnosis of Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary hypertension is a rare condition, and even rarer is pulmonary arterial hypertension.
Review of CHEST’s E-Learning Library
I just got back from the CHEST annual meeting and I can say that it was by far the best conference I have ever attended; it had content extremely pertinent to my practice.
The Development of a Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner Fellowship
“Why is Rachel seeing that patient…They don’t have asthma?!” Ding, ding, ding… Have you ever had a moment where you heard something that made you stop in your tracks and realize you needed to take action?
Advance Care Planning: What you need to know about getting paid
Moral Injury – a Nurse Practitioner’s Story
In the last year, there has been a lot of discussion about moral injury in physicians. The concept of Moral injury was first identified in front line military personnel as the psychological foundation for PTSD.
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F(%@$)NP, I have to go back to school for my ACNP!?
Just Breathe: A Nurse Practitioner’s Story
The Development of a Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner Fellowship
“Why is Rachel seeing that patient…They don’t have asthma?!” Ding, ding, ding… Have you ever had a moment where you heard something that made you stop in your tracks and realize you needed to take action?
Interventional Pulmonology: Yeah, APPs do that too!
What’s new in pulmonary hypertension: 2023
ATS Clinical Practice Guideline Addresses SSc-ILD Treatment
The Association of Pulmonary Advanced Practice Providers (APAPP) is excited to highlight the American Thoracic Society’s evidence-based clinical practice guideline for the […]