In the last episode of Rumblings: The CHEST 2025 Podcast, Sandhya Khurana, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2025, speaks with Amy E. Morris, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2026 in Phoenix about Exhibit Hall games (last chance to sign up for the escape room!), Experience CHEST, poster presentations, and what to expect at next year's annual meeting in Phoenix, October 18 to 21.

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In this episode of Rumblings: The CHEST 2025 Podcast, Sandhya Khurana, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2025, and Meredith Turetz, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Training and Transitions Committee, dive into the Network Open Forums at 11:15 am CT (various locations), the Trainee Lounge (South Building, Room 405), and the attendee-favorite CHEST Challenge Championship in the Arie Crown Theater (reception begins at 5 pm, event begins at 6 pm).

Support your favorite CHEST Challenge team with just $5 to CHEST philanthropy by voting for your favorite mascot! Whose bovine is best?

In this episode of Rumblings: The CHEST 2025 Podcast, Sandhya Khurana, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2025, speaks with Deborah Jo Levine, MD, MS, FCCP, Chair of the Council of Networks, about what not to miss on Monday, including the souvenir T-shirt giveaway in the Exhibit Hall, Section presentations at Experience CHEST, and the Cultures and Communities Reception (6 pm CT, Marriott Marquis, Level 33).

In the first episode of Rumblings: The CHEST 2025 Podcast, Sandhya Khurana, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2025, and CHEST President John Howington, MD, MBA, FCCP, welcome you to CHEST 2025 and give a glimpse into the first day of the meeting, including the Opening Session (8 am CT, Arie Crown Theater), the Keynote Address from adventurer and cancer survivor Sean Swarner, and the All-Attendee Welcome Reception (5:30 pm, Marriott Marquis, Grand Horizon ABC).

In this podcast episode, experts explore how relationship-centered communication transforms care in the ICU and other fast-paced clinical environments. Host Susan Corbridge, PhD, ACNP, FCCP, speaks with nurse practitioners Tehya Johnson, MSN, AGPCNC-BC, and Allison Wynes, DNP, FCCP, who share real-world strategies for navigating tough conversations, reducing stigma, and aligning care with patient and family values. Together, they highlight how intentional, compassionate communication fosters trust in high-stakes environments where every moment matters.

This CHEST podcast is part of the First 5 Minutes® initiative, dedicated to empowering clinicians to build trust with patients from the very first interaction. Learn more: https://www.chestnet.org/learning-and-events/first-5-minutes 

In this podcast presented by CHEST's Cardiovascular Medicine and Surgery Section, Ross Lavine, MD, interviews David Baran, MD. They explore key topics in cardiogenic shock and mechanical circulatory support and discuss Dr. Baran’s advice for junior faculty and fellows on building a successful career in medicine. 

In this episode, host Doreen Addrizzo-Harris, MD, FCCP, is joined by Amy Springer, MSN, FNP-C, to explore the challenges and treatment strategies for recalcitrant Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) pulmonary disease, resistant MAC, and Mycobacterium abscessus (M abscessus) infections. They discuss diagnostic considerations, antibiotic resistance, treatment regimens—including US Food and Drug Administration-approved therapies and surgical options—and the critical role of patient compliance.

This episode is part of CHEST’s Bridging Specialties®: Timely Diagnosis for NTM Disease and Bronchiectasis program. LEARN MORE »

This program is produced in partnership with CHEST and is sponsored by Insmed Incorporated.

Originally aired: July 1, 2025

HOST

Doreen J. Addrizzo-Harris, MD, FCCP 

Fiona and Stanley Druckenmiller Professor of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine  

Director, NYULH Bronchiectasis and NTM Clinical and Translational Program 

NYU Grossman School of Medicine 

New York, NY 

PANELIST

Amy Springer, MSN, FNP-C 

Senior Nurse Practitioner, NYULH Bronchiectasis and NTM Clinical and Translational Program 

Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine 

NYU Langone Health 

New York, NY 

In this episode, host Ashwin Basavaraj, MD, FCCP, and guest Charles Daley, MD, discuss bronchiectasis exacerbations. They cover their clinical importance, differentiation from COPD and asthma, and management strategies, including cautious use of steroids. They also discuss prevention methods such as airway clearance, macrolide antibiotics, inhaled antibiotics, and emerging anti-inflammatory therapies in development.

This episode is part of CHEST’s Bridging Specialties®: Timely Diagnosis for NTM Disease and Bronchiectasis program. LEARN MORE »

This program is produced in partnership with CHEST and is sponsored by Insmed Incorporated.

Originally aired: July 1, 2025

HOST

Ashwin Basavaraj, MD, FCCP 

Associate Professor of Medicine 

Section Chief, Bellevue Hospital 

Associate Director, NYULH Bronchiectasis and NTM Clinical and Translational Program 

Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine  

NYU Grossman School of Medicine 

New York, NY 

PANELIST

Charles Daley, MD 

Professor, Department of Medicine 

Chief, Division of Mycobacterial and Respiratory Infections 

National Jewish Health

Denver, CO 

In this episode, host Doreen Addrizzo-Harris, MD, FCCP, is joined by Keren Bakal, MD, and Amy Springer, MSN, FNP-C, to explore initial treatment strategies for bronchiectasis and nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) pulmonary disease. The conversation delves into the critical role of airway clearance therapy, challenges in selecting individualized treatments, and the importance of patient education. The experts also discuss the latest guidelines for managing nodular and cavitary NTM lung disease, including when to initiate treatment vs monitoring, as well as strategies for managing common drug toxicities. Additionally, they examine comorbidities often seen in patients with bronchiectasis, such as gastrointestinal disorders, sinus disease, and psychosocial factors like anxiety and depression.

This episode is part of CHEST's Bridging Specialties®: Timely Diagnosis for NTM Disease and Bronchiectasis program. LEARN MORE »

This program is produced in partnership with CHEST and is sponsored by Insmed Incorporated.

HOST

Doreen J. Addrizzo-Harris, MD, FCCP

Fiona and Stanley Druckenmiller Professor of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine 

Director, NYULH Bronchiectasis and NTM Clinical and Translational Program

NYU Grossman School of Medicine

New York, NY

PANELISTS

Keren Bakal, MD

Clinical Attending, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

Overlook Medical Center/Atlantic Health System

Summit Health

Livingston, NJ

Amy Springer, MSN, FNP-C

Senior Nurse Practitioner

NYULH Bronchiectasis and NTM Clinical and Translational Program 

Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine 

NYU Langone Health 

New York, NY 

In this episode, experts discuss how clinicians can address vaccine hesitancy in their patients, especially those with chronic respiratory conditions. This episode explores communication strategies, key factors shaping vaccine acceptance, and best practices for health care providers. Learn practical ways to build trust using CHEST’s First 5 Minutes® strategies, and support patients in making informed vaccination decisions to protect against severe respiratory illnesses like RSV, COVID-19, and influenza.

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