Lungcast

American Lung Association & HCPLive
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Lungcast

Join the American Lung Association and HCPLive every month as Dr. Al Rizzo interviews world-leading experts on the great challenges, accomplishments, and stories in respiratory medicine. Get the latest lung health news, including future Lungcast topics and guests, by signing up for our newsletter at Lung.org. (https://www.lung.org)

  1. DEC 7

    2024 State of Lung Cancer: The Hopes and Hurdles of Precision Oncology with Dr. Jacob Sands

    For a probing discussion detailing the American Lung Association’s recent 2024 “State of Lung Cancer” report, we are joined by esteemed thoracic medical oncologist Dr. Jacob Sands of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School. Offering insight into actionable targeted mutations, Dr. Sands addresses how precision oncology is fundamentally changing lung cancer diagnosis and treatment. The novel immunotherapy drugs, though proven to be safe and effective with significant improvements in response and survival rates, have challenges as well—this episode covers the gamut. Episode Highlights 0:00 Start 1:00 Topic of discussion 2:42 Introducing Jacob Sands, MD 3:39 NCCN guidelines for lung cancer 6:51 Recently-approved drugs for lung cancer 13:46 Patient responses to targeted mutations 17:58 Off-target side effects with drugs 21:34 State of Lung Cancer report 23:04 Estimated number of candidates for targeted therapies 26:13 Insurance coverage for biomarker testing 28:12 Other issues with ordering biomarkers 31:20 Closing comments 32:36 Outro Want more Lungcast? Visit us at HCPLive.com/podcasts/lungcast or www.lung.org/professional-education/lungcast

    33 min
  2. Physician, Patient & Partner Perspectives on AERD with Dr. Mitchell Grayson, Rhonda Nelson & Wayne Nelson

    NOV 13

    Physician, Patient & Partner Perspectives on AERD with Dr. Mitchell Grayson, Rhonda Nelson & Wayne Nelson

    In this episode, multiple points of view are presented regarding Asthma Exacerbated Respiratory Disease (AERD). Lungcast host Albert Rizzo, MD, was joined by allergist and immunologist Mitchell Grayson, MD, of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, as well as patient advocate Rhonda Nelson and her husband Wayne Nelson of The Little River Band. This discussion delves into the trials and tribulations of diagnosing—and living with—AERD, from disease misconceptions to daily management. Join the discussion as these guests focus specifically on the role of AI in chest imaging and uncover how these advancements are improving the future of patient care. Episode Highlights 0:00 Start 1:00 Focus of each guest 2:55 Sampter’s triad and AERD 6:30 Patient experiences with AERD 10:18 Delayed diagnosis and recent changes 11:35 Therapy for AERD 16:32 Resources for patients with asthma 19:01 Day-to-day AERD management 24:14 Importance of keeping a medical journal 27:42 Outro Want more Lungcast? Visit us at HCPLive.com/podcasts/lungcast or www.lung.org/professional-education/lungcast

    29 min
  3. The Quest to Intercept Lung Disease with Drs. Ravi Kalhan, Amy Olson & George Washko

    OCT 29

    The Quest to Intercept Lung Disease with Drs. Ravi Kalhan, Amy Olson & George Washko

    Episode Highlights 0:15 Intro 1:10 Introducing the Lung Health Cohort Research Study 3:49 The enrollment strategy 7:10 Seeking “the cholesterol of lung disease” 11:50 The role of industry support 14:09 Imaging strategies for long-term lung assessment 17:59 Recruitment challenges 23:05 Final thoughts 26:20 Outro For our 50th episode, Ravi Kalhan, MD, of Northwestern Medicine, George Washko, MD, of Harvard University, and Amy Olson, MD, Executive Director of Medical Affairs for Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc, join us for a panel discussion around improving patient outcomes through innovative lung health research, such as with the American Lung Association Lung Health Cohort Research Study.  Tune in to learn more about their collaborative efforts to help identify biomarkers and lifestyle patterns for more accurate identification of disease processes, ideally at onset.  Want more Lungcast? Visit us at HCPLive.com/podcasts/lungcast or www.lung.org/professional-education/lungcast

    27 min
  4. Lung Imaging 2.0: How AI is Shaping the Future with Dr. Rachel Eddy

    SEP 30

    Lung Imaging 2.0: How AI is Shaping the Future with Dr. Rachel Eddy

    In this episode, Dr. Rachel Eddy of the University of British Columbia explores the evolving field of medical imaging technology and the transformative impact of artificial intelligence. While applications of AI have expanded beyond traditional radiology, it delves into cutting-edge techniques like 3D printing and molecular imaging that are redefining diagnostics and treatment planning. Join us as we focus specifically on the role of AI in chest imaging and uncover how these advancements are improving the future of patient care. Episode Highlights 0:15 Intro 1:10 The history of medical imaging technology 3:02 Artificial intelligence terminology 8:56 Use of AI to assess asthma airway and mucus changes 13:02 Imaging biomarkers for ILD 16:52 Using AI to observe longterm decline of lung function 21:00 Dysanapsis analysis through CT scans 24:04 Xenon-enhanced MRIs for microstructural lung abnormalities 28:50 How will AI us continue to evolve in pulmonology? 31:58 Outro Want more Lungcast? Visit us at HCPLive.com/podcasts/lungcast or www.lung.org/professional-education/lungcast

    33 min
  5. Prepare Your Lungs for Back-to-School with Juanita Mora, MD & S. Christy Sadreameli, MD

    AUG 12

    Prepare Your Lungs for Back-to-School with Juanita Mora, MD & S. Christy Sadreameli, MD

    Episode Highlights 0:16 Intro 2:24 Asthma action plans 3:52 Asthma Peak Week 6:28 School nurse’s role 11:05 SMART inhaler strategy for kids 14:25 Addressing vaping among students 20:18 Discussing vaccines with children and parents 24:01 School air quality issues? 27:50 Final thoughts 29:42 Outro As families jump into the new school year, this episode brings together Chicago-based allergist and immunologist Dr. Juanita Mora and pediatric pulmonologist Dr. S. Christy Sadreameli of Johns Hopkins Hospital to share their tips for making the return to school as smooth as possible in regard to lung health.  The lively conversation homes in on asthma control and the phenomenon often referred to as ‘peak week,’ along with the prevalence and hazards of vaping and e-cigarettes affecting the school aged population. Grab your pencils and take notes! Want more Lungcast? Visit us at HCPLive.com/podcasts/lungcast or www.lung.org/professional-education/lungcast

    30 min
  6. The Health Consequences of Climate Change with Janelle Bludorn, PA-C, MS

    JUL 22

    The Health Consequences of Climate Change with Janelle Bludorn, PA-C, MS

    Episode Highlights 0:15 Introduction 2:35 Introducing Janelle Bludorn, MS, PA-C 3:27 Common heat-related illnesses 8:43 How to screen for individual health-related risks 15:27 Respiratory consequences of heat 19:49 The interplay of medicines with heat 26:49 National Weather Service HeatRisk tool 32:58 Behavioral interventions for heat-risk patients 36:27 A FEMA system for heat emergencies? 38:10 Outro For our July episode, we are visited by Duke University’s Janelle Bludorn, PA-C, MS, for a comprehensive overview of heat-related respiratory illnesses.  Due to climate change in all regions around the world, extreme heat has become a significant environmental and occupational health hazard with heatstroke classified as a medical emergency. Listen in to better understand the serious risks of exposure to high temperatures. Want more Lungcast? Visit us at HCPLive.com/podcasts/lungcast or www.lung.org/professional-education/lungcast

    39 min
  7. Stopping Lung Cancer Before It Starts with Drs. Steven Dubinett & Avrum Spira

    JUN 24

    Stopping Lung Cancer Before It Starts with Drs. Steven Dubinett & Avrum Spira

    Episode Highlights 0:15 Intro 3:39 Update in pre-lung cancer genome atlas research 17:06 Next steps: applying innovations in bronchoscopy 21:45 When we can anticipate results 25:05 Understanding the lung’s microbiome 29:21 Utility of fragmentomics 31:01 Outro Dr. Steven Dubinett at University of California, Los Angeles and Dr. Avrum Spira at Boston University revisit our virtual studio to provide an update on their lung cancer interception research, as currently funded by the American Lung Association and LUNGevity Foundation. With the goal of combating cancer at a preliminary stage, Drs. Dubinett and Spira are focused on refining molecular and imaging markers to help identify high-risk premalignant lesions. These findings hope to lead to future therapeutics halting the progression of cells likely to cause invasive cancer. Want more Lungcast? Visit us at HCPLive.com/podcasts/lungcast or www.lung.org/professional-education/lungcast

    32 min
  8. Changing Landscape of Community-Acquired Pneumonia with Dr. Thomas File

    JUN 6

    Changing Landscape of Community-Acquired Pneumonia with Dr. Thomas File

    0:16 Intro 2:29 Updated community-acquired pneumonia guidelines 5:41 Diagnostic tools for CAP following COVID-19 9:35 Procalcitonin levels as a biomarker 12:30 The CAP treatment algorithm 18:36 Best practices for antibiotic stewardship 20:40 New CAP therapies on the horizon 22:36 ACIP recommendations for vaccination 24:30 Remaining areas of CAP uncertainty 26:30 Final thoughts 27:25 Outro Featuring infectious disease expert Dr. Thomas File of Summa Health in Ohio, this episode delves into how community-acquired pneumonia has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It additionally covers the role and importance of antibiotic stewardship and the concern of ‘superbugs’ due to antimicrobial resistance. Want more Lungcast? Visit us at HCPLive.com/podcasts/lungcast or www.lung.org/professional-education/lungcast

    28 min
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Join the American Lung Association and HCPLive every month as Dr. Al Rizzo interviews world-leading experts on the great challenges, accomplishments, and stories in respiratory medicine. Get the latest lung health news, including future Lungcast topics and guests, by signing up for our newsletter at Lung.org. (https://www.lung.org)

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  • Creator
    American Lung Association & HCPLive
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    56
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