Acute Exacerbations of COPD: Challenges and Opportunities

Overview: Join pulmonologist Dr. Chris Fanta as he discusses acute exacerbations and COPD. The podcast begins with a typical case presentation seen in primary care which highlights the experience of acute exacerbations of COPD. Next, Dr. Fanta discusses the impact of COPD on the lives of patients and, lastly, discusses how COPD is treatable and, to some extent, preventable in an outpatient setting.

Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording 9/1/2020 and they are subject to change as new information is published. 

Guest: Christopher H. Fanta, MD