University of Minnesota's Pulmonary and Critical Care Summit

The University of Minnesota Pulmonary & Critical Care Summit has been meticulously crafted to delve into every facet of pulmonary and critical care medicine, placing particular emphasis on the intricacies of advanced lung diseases, including the complexities surrounding lung transplantation. Its overarching objective is to furnish attendees with a thorough and up-to-date understanding of the multifaceted realm of pulmonary and critical care medicine. Participants will be empowered to augment their existing knowledge base and stay abreast of the latest developments in the field.

This conference will also bridge the practice gaps prevalent within the specialty, catering to both academic and community-based healthcare providers. Through comprehensive discussions and immersive sessions, the course aims to address the nuanced challenges encountered in clinical practice. 

Designed to be inclusive and enriching, this course extends its benefits to a diverse array of healthcare professionals. Whether physicians, advanced practice providers, medical trainees, respiratory therapists, or nurses, all stand to gain invaluable insights and skills essential for delivering high-quality patient care in the realm of pulmonary and critical care medicine.

The CME credit-eligible event will be held at the award-winning McNamara Alumni Center, known for its striking architecture, and it will be facilitated and led by renowned faculty and researchers and will feature eminent external speakers. Join us for:

• A variety of sessions, including panels, presentations, and case studies

• Breakfast, lunch and refreshments

• Happy hour and networking

This course is planned and hosted by the University of Minnesota Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. For more information contact Ashley Fuchs.

1. Explore the latest research in pulmonary and critical care medicine at an academic quaternary referral center with emphasis on multidisciplinary management of mechanical ventilation, ECMO, ARDS, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, sepsis, and multiorgan failure.
2. Identify current clinical practice strategies and updates in interstitial lung diseases (ILD) with a focus on identifying co-morbidities, interventions that enhance quality of life, including nursing support, patient education on oxygen use, antifibrotic medications, and early integration of palliative care.
3. Identify and discuss state-of-the-art tools in bronchoscopy and pleural interventions.
4. Discuss the guidelines for lung transplant selection and pearls for pre- and post-transplant management.
5. Discuss the latest updates in a broad category of obstructive lung diseases, including asthma, COPD, and bronchiectasis.
6. Discuss the optimal principles of non-invasive ventilation management, including updates in the field of Sleep Medicine.

Registration is coming soon. Sign up here to be notified when registration opens!

Registration Rates:

• Physicians: $200.00

• APPs: $150.00

• RN/RT/Pharm/etc: $125.00

• Non-physician: $250.00

• Student/Resident/Fellow/Trainee: fee waived

UMN alumni are eligible for a $25 discount, which will be available once registration opens

Credit Designation Statements

American Medical Association (AMA)

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Determination of exact number of credits is pending.

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

This activity is eligible for ANCC contact hours; the number of hours is pending.

Other Healthcare Professionals

Other healthcare professionals who participate in this CE activity may submit their statement of participation to their appropriate accrediting organizations or state boards for consideration of credit. The participant is responsible for determining whether this activity meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education.

McNamara Alumni Center
University of Minnesota
200 Oak Street SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455

Parking Options

• University Avenue Parking Ramp (recommended)

• Washington Avenue Parking Ramp

• Oak Street Ramp

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

University of Minnesota Continuing Professional Development adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education and has policies in place to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible entities; individuals who fail to complete the disclosure in advance of the course are not eligible to be involved in this course. Specific disclosure information will be shared with learners prior to the start of the course. All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Member Information

Role in activity

Nature of Relationship(s) / Name of Ineligible Company(s)

Erhan Dincer, MD
University of Minnesota

Co-Director

Consulting Fee-Airiver

Anupam Kumar, MD
University of Minnesota

Co-Director

Danielle Hoven, NP
UMP

Nurse Planner, Planning Committee Member

Nothing to disclose

Katie Ferguson, BSN
ILD Nurse Care Coordinator
M Health

Planning Committee Member

Nothing to disclose

Exhibit opportunities are available. Review the Exhibitor Prospectus here.

For more information, or to request your University of Minnesota Accredited Course Exhibitor Form, contact Nathan Droege.