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The ATS is a leading medical association dedicated to advancing pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine globally, with more than 30,000 members.
New York, NY
Joined June 2009
"What an exciting second annual Florida Thoracic Society Meeting! We had more than 140 registered for the conference, and two days of incredible learning. Best of all was the buzz of activity in the hallways and between sessions as our attendees connected. Thank you to our
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🎙️ Just published a new episode of Out of the Blue: An AJRCCM Podcast: Diagnosis and Management of Community-acquired Pneumonia. An Official American Thoracic Society Clinical Practice Guideline. Have a listen:
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📣 Register now for our upcoming @atscommunity webinar on Dec 2 at 4pm EST: “Components Necessary for High-Quality Lung Cancer Screening” featuring @JulieBartaMD, @LungDocDoug, and Peter Mazzone, and moderated by @RogerKimMD and Stella Ogake: https://t.co/8jFdK0ynV7
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New episode! We teamed up with @atscommunity and The Itch Podcast to break down new VESTIGE trial data on how dupilumab (Dupixent) may help clear thick, sticky mucus in moderate–severe asthma. What is covered: • Mucus plugs • How dupilumab works • Lung scan findings • Who
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To use steroids to treat patients, or not to use steroids? That is the question. Or at least it was for Julio A. Ramirez, MD, Norton Healthcare and University of Louisville, and his colleagues as they updated the ATS guidelines for community-acquired pneumonia. Learn more about
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🌏 ATS at APSR 2025!  It’s been a busy, inspiring, and fun few days at the APSR 2025 Conference! 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,
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Join us on Dec. 4 for an international discussion on how countries are advancing lung cancer screening — from Australia and South Korea to Southern Africa and the United States. Learn about national programs, early lessons, regional challenges, and strategies to ensure equitable
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“I was sure macrophages would simply digest the microplastics and that would be the end of it. I was genuinely shocked by what we found,” said Adam Soloff, PhD, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, about his study presented at ATS 2025. Learn more about this key study reported on by
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What really happens when microplastics get into our lungs? Scientists once thought they knew—but a new study from the University of Pittsburgh shows the truth may be far more troubling. Microplastics...
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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.
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November is Native American Heritage Month! Ryan JJ Buckley, MD, MPH, from @YaleMed, talks about how being a Cherokee Nation citizen guides his work and research.
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Palliative care is more important than ever. For doctors and 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 and earn CME
“They made me feel loved and supported at a time when I was losing the most important person in my life.” Learn more about Hospice and Palliative Care: https://t.co/Qnbjz2d78L
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It's Patient Voices Wednesday! Patient and advocate Maria Young of the @ARDSALliance explains why sharing the patient experience with clinicians and medical faculty is key to continued learning and healing. Learn more about her story, and other patients' experiences, as part of
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Today, on World Pneumonia Day, @FIRS_LungsFirst is calling for urgent, coordinated action to prevent pneumonia deaths, particularly among children under five and other high-risk populations. Despite significant progress in recent years, pneumonia remains a leading cause of child
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Pneumonia, a largely preventable disease, caused more than two million deaths in 2021, according to the Global Burden of Disease report. Evidence-based guidance on its diagnosis and management is, therefore, a priority for clinicians. Now, the ATS has published a new clinical
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The Elizabeth A. Rich, MD, Award is accepting nominations. The award recognizes an outstanding woman who has made significant contributions in the fields of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. Commemorating a respected ATS member, mentor, and peer who passed away
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Pulmonary Fibrosis—Focusing on the Future: Aspen Lung Conference 2024 Summary @atscommunity 🔗 https://t.co/PaqyeJCnPk
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Advances in medicine can move quickly. How does the ATS update its guidelines in order to ensure they come out in a timely manner? Julio A. Ramirez, MD, Norton Healthcare and University of Louisville, explains how he and his fellow committee members updated the guidelines for
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The President of @atscommunity representing ATS for the first time in the @twitaamr annual meeting
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Are you a new or early-stage investigator? Do you have a research project or device idea you’re excited about? Would you like to win money to further your research? Apply for the ATS 2026 BEAR Cage competition! Submissions close Feb. 9, 2026: https://t.co/U0aYTh9EA2
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Helping the world breathe is not a solo endeavor. This #MembershipMonday, Ivor Douglas, MD, former ATS Healthcare Policy Committee chair, talks about how it takes teamwork and collaboration to help patients. Supporting teams of researchers and clinicians, as well as creating
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