Friday, October 1, 2021, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM EST

With the introduction of robotic assisted bronchoscopy, we are on the verge of a major advancement in the role of bronchoscopy for accessing peripheral pulmonary lesions for diagnosis and therapy. Optimally performing these procedures, in appropriate patients, is paramount, and requires proper training of the entire team involved.

This well-received annual CME course reviews these crucial advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and how to optimize performance in a multidisciplinary team-oriented fashion. This year’s live virtual course will feature expert faculty presenting live didactic lectures in a session format with panel Q&A. Additionally, we are excited to offer learners pre-recorded bronchoscopy videos.

2021 Program Topics

• History of Guided Bronchoscopy
• Robotic bronchoscopy introduction, planning, evidence, and imaging modality
• Introducing New Technology Into Your Practice
• Cytology and Molecular Analysis
• Emergency Management during robotic assisted bronchoscopy
• Geriatric Considerations
• Scope Damage and Maintenance Issues
• Teamwork during Bronchoscopy

Who Should Attend

The target audience for this program includes practicing pulmonologists, intensivists, and thoracic surgeons. As well as trainees, nurses, and technologists, interested in advancing their understanding of advanced bronchoscopy for diagnostics, including robotic assisted bronchoscopy, radial endobronchial ultrasound,and navigational bronchoscopy, and cytologic specimen processing.

1. Implement advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy for peripheral pulmonary lesions, including radial endobronchial ultrasound, navigational bronchoscopy, and robotic bronchoscopy
2. Explain the science and recognize the importance of cytology and specimen processing
3. Apply the team concept approach to performing advanced bronchoscopy procedures