PAH Clinical Research Highlights: CHEST 2024
Released On
January 31, 2025
Expires On
January 31, 2026
Media Type
Internet
Completion Time
30 minutes
Specialty
Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Pulmonology, Radiology, Rheumatology
Topics
PAH, Pulmonary Hypertension
Jointly provided by American Academy of CME and CheckRare CE.
This program is supported by independent medical education grants from Merck and Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals.
Credit Available
- Physicians - maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
All other healthcare professionals completing this course will be issued a statement of participation
Target Audience
This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians specializing in pulmonology, cardiology, rheumatology, and radiology who may be involved in the diagnosis and care of individuals with PAH. Other healthcare providers, including neurology NPs and PAs, may also participate.
Program Overview
This 30-minute CME program, hosted by Jean Elwing, MD, of the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine provides an overview of the latest clinical research about PAH presented at CHEST 2024.
Learning Objectives
After participating in the activity, learners should be better able to:
- Describe the latest research being presented to better manage people with PAH and its clinical relevance.
Faculty
Jean Elwing, MD
Professor of Medicine and the Director of the Pulmonary Hypertension Program in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine
College of Medicine at the University of Cincinnati
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by American Academy of CME, Inc. and CheckRare CE. American Academy of CME, Inc. is Jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Physician Credit Statement
American Academy of CME, Inc., designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Disclosures of Conflicts Of Interest
American Academy of CME and CheckRare CE staff, as well as planning and review committees, have no financial interests to disclose.
Faculty Educators
Dr. Elwing discloses the following relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies:
- Advisory Board Consultant: United Therapeutics, Aerovate Therapeutics, Gossamer Bio, Liquidia, Merck, Janssen/Actelion/Johnson & Johnson, Lung LLC, Pulmovant
- Grant/Research Support: United Therapeutics, Gossamer Bio, Bayer, Acceleron/Merck, Altavant Sciences, Aerovate Therapeutics, Pharmosa Biopharm/Liquidia, Actelion/Janssen/Johnson & Johnson, Lung LLC, Pulmovant
- Speaking Honorarium: United Therapeutics
Instructions for Participation and Credit
TThere are no fees for participating and receiving CME credit for this enduring activity. To receive CME credit participants must:
- Read the CME/CE information and faculty disclosures.
- Participate in the online activity.
- Submit the post-test (achieving a passing score of 70%) and the evaluation form.
Certificates will be immediately available to the participant.
Course Viewing Requirements
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Supported Phones & Tablets:
Android 4.0.3 and above
iPhone/iPad with iOS 6.1 or above
Disclosure of Unlabeled Use
American Academy of CME, Inc. requires that faculty participating in any CME activity disclose to the audience when discussing any unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved for use in the United States. This activity will review off-label or investigational information.
Disclaimer
The opinions expressed in this educational activity are those of the faculty, and do not represent those of the American Academy of CME or CheckRare CE. This activity is intended as a supplement to existing knowledge, published information, and practice guidelines. Learners should appraise the information presented critically, and draw conclusions only after careful consideration of all available scientific information.
Contact Information
For CME questions please contact: [email protected]