CHEST Pulse

Recalcitrant MAC Lung Disease, Resistant MAC, and M abscessus Infections

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 

Bronchiectasis Exacerbations and Management Strategies

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 

Initial Treatment Strategies for Bronchiectasis and NTM Pulmonary Disease

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 

Overcoming Vaccine Hesitancy Through First 5 Minutes Strategies

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.

Moderator
Ryan Maves, MD, FCCP

Panelist
Megan Conroy, MD, MA(Ed), FCCP

CHEST 2024 Morning Preview: Wednesday

In this episode of CHEST Morning Preview, Gabriel Bosslet, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2024, previews the final day of CHEST 2024 while speaking with Sandhya Khurana, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2025, about what to expect from next year’s meeting in Chicago.

In this episode of CHEST Morning Preview, Gabriel Bosslet, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2024, previews the final day of CHEST 2024 while speaking with Sandhya Khurana, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2025, about what to expect from next year’s meeting in Chicago.

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CHEST 2024 Morning Preview: Tuesday

In this episode of CHEST Morning Preview, Gabriel Bosslet, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2024, speaks with Training and Transitions Committee Chair, Subani Chandra, MD, FCCP, about what to expect from the conference on Tuesday, including the Network Open Forums (11:15 am ET), opportunities for trainees, and the highly anticipated CHEST Challenge Championship (doors open at 7:30 pm ET).

CHEST 2024 Morning Preview: Monday

In this episode of CHEST Morning Preview, Gabriel Bosslet, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2024, speaks with Council of Networks Chair, Margaret Pisani, MD, MPH, FCCP, about what not to miss on Monday, including the Women in Chest Medicine Luncheon (12 pm ET, preregistration required) and the Network Mixer (5 pm ET).

CHEST 2024 Morning Preview: Sunday

In this episode of CHEST Morning Preview, Gabriel Bosslet, MD, FCCP, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee for CHEST 2024, and CHEST President, Jack D. Buckley, MD, MPH, FCCP, welcome you to CHEST 2024 and give a glimpse into the first day of the meeting, including the Opening Session (8 am ET) and the Keynote Address from Vanessa Kerry, MD, MSc.

CHEST Advocates Podcast With Lilit Sargsyan, MD, FCCP

“I learned how scary it was to be on that side of medicine... I had gone from being a healthy
doctor to a patient with cancer, and I had a lot of anxiety about reentering the world, especially
as a doctor.”

In a recording of a live performance from the CHEST 2023 annual meeting in Honolulu, Lilit
Sargsyan, MD, FCCP, shares her experience in the health care system as a patient with thyroid
cancer.

Dr. Sargsyan had to advocate for herself—and fight too hard, she said—to receive the tests and
care she knew she needed. As a physician, she was in a place of privilege to do that. But it
changed her entire outlook as a medical professional.

Listen to her story of how she overcame the feelings of fear, anger, and anxiety to reclaim her
life—and her voice.

Climate Impact and Advocacy: An Interview with Stephanie Maximous, MD, MS

This podcast highlights a clinician's experience with climate change and its impact on lung health. Stephanie Maximous, MD, MS, is a pulmonary and critical care physician at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, a clinician educator, and an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh. She serves as the CHEST representative on the Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health.

 

Read a CHEST Advocates article, “Tackling the Massive Threat of Climate Change,” written by Dr. Maximous: https://www.chestnet.org/Guidelines-and-Topic-Collections/Publications/CHEST-Advocates/Tackling-the-Massive-Threat-of-Climate-Change

 

All CHEST members are encouraged to learn how you can become a force for climate and health in your community. To get involved with the Consortium, visit https://medsocietiesforclimatehealth.org.