CHESTstoreProductsComprehensive Pleural Procedures A CadaverBased Course November 2024

Comprehensive Pleural Procedures: A Cadaver-Based Course

  • Member Price: $2,089

  • Nonmember Price: $2,419 — Save $330 as a CHEST member


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About this course

Dates: November 21, 2024 | Credits: 24 | Location: CHEST HQ in Glenview, IL

Using cadavers and hands-on simulations, you’ll be exposed to ultrasound-guided pleural interventions with instruction from bronchoscopy experts. Learn a step-by-step approach to ultrasound-guided thoracentesis, tunneled indwelling pleural catheter placement, and more. By attending this course, you’ll gain methods for safely and effectively managing your patients with pleural disorders.

 

What you'll learn

Techniques for ultrasound-guided thoracentesis

Tunneled indwelling pleural catheter placement and small bore and standard thoracostomy tube placement

Ultrasonographic and visual identification of intrathoracic anatomy

Diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to common pleural disease problems

Who should attend

Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine, Thoracic Surgery, Hospital Medicine

Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, Fellows

Beginner


*CME credits are subject to change

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Study with the experts. Pass your exam.

Course content follows the ABIM critical care medicine blueprint for the 10-year Maintenance of Certification exam and the LKA.

Cardiovascular Disorders: 17.5%

 

Critical Care Ultrasound Scanning: 2%

 

Gastrointestinal Disorders: 5%

 

Hematologic and Oncologic Disorders: 5.5%

 

Infectious Disease: 12%

 

Neurologic Disorders: 9.5%

 

Pharmacology and Toxicology: 4.5%

 

Pulmonary Disease: 20%

 

Renal, Endocrine, and Metabolic Disorders: 15%

 

Research, Administration, and Ethics: 2%

 

Surgery, Trauma, and Transplantation: 7%

 

Why trust CHEST?

Expect personalized instruction from nationally renowned experts with low learner-to-teacher ratios when you attend a CHEST course.

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Holds Accreditation With Commendation from the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education

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First medical association in the United States to receive accreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare

John Mullon, MD, FCCP, Co-Chair

Critical Care Specialist
Pulmonologist
Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center

Rochester, MN

Hiren J. Mehta, MD, Co-Chair

Professor of Medicine
Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
University of Florida

Gainesville, FL

Abdul H. Alraiyes, MD, FCCP, Faculty

Medical Director
Advocate Medical Group

Park Ridge, IL

Ellen Volker, MD, MSPH, FCCP, Faculty

Professor of Medicine
Section Chief of Interventional Pulmonology
University of Virginia School of Medicine

Charlottesville, VA

Septimiu Murgu, MD, FCCP, Faculty 

Professor of Medicine
Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care
Director, Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship Training Program
Co-Director, Bronchoscopy
University of Chicago 

Chicago, IL

Christine A. Argento, MD, FCCP 

Associate Professor of Medicine
Interventional Pulmonology
Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care
Johns Hopkins University 

Baltimore, MD 

Health and safety information | Attendees are expected to comply with all health and safety requirements in effect at the time of this CHEST event. CHEST reserves the right to adjust requirements and will notify attendees as applicable. Attendees are responsible for checking for updates issued by the state, city, venue, or CHEST before traveling to the location.

Save big on this and future courses as a member of CHEST. Select “Register & Become a Member” to save up to $330 on on this course. Plus, you'll receive Enhanced membership for the price of Basic. Membership pricing varies based on your profession. Learn about the benefits of CHEST membership.

Tuition


Physician, doctoral professional, or industry representative

Early bird rate – through October 17

$1,989 Member

$2,319 Nonmember

Regular rate – October 18 or later

$2,089 Member

$2,419 Nonmember


APPs, RTs, in-training, and retirees

Early bird rate – through October 17

$1,399 Member

$1,509 Nonmember

Regular rate – October 18 or later

$1,499 Member

$1,609 Nonmember


Your tuition fee includes attendance at all course sessions and electronic access to course materials. (Printed materials or flash drives will not be provided.) Lunch and refreshments during breaks will be provided. Breakfast is available at CHEST-affiliated hotels.

Cancellation Policy

Tuition refund requests for this course must be received in writing by 4 weeks prior to the course start date for a full refund, less a $100 processing fee. Refunds will not be given after 4 weeks prior to the course start date. If you choose "Become a Member" when you register, only your course registration can be cancelled. No refunds will be given for membership.

CHEST reserves the right to cancel this course no later than 4 weeks prior to the start date. If a cancellation is necessary, your registration fee will be refunded, but CHEST is not responsible for other costs of attendance, such as travel. 

To register by phone, contact our Help Team: +1 (800) 343-2227 or +1 (224) 521-9800

7 am – 4:20 pm CT

Hands-on Workshops

  • Thoracic Ultrasound/Thoracentesis/Pleural Effusion
  • Thoracic Ultrasound/Simple Aspiration/Pneumothorax  
  • Small Bore/Large Bore Chest Tube Insertion  
  • Tunneled Indwelling Pleural Catheter

Live Interactive Discussions

  • Case-Based Discussion  
  • Jeopardy  

Online Modules

  • Thoracic Ultrasound/Thoracentesis/Pleural Effusion  
  • Thoracic Ultrasound/Simple Aspiration/Pneumothorax  
  • Tunneled Indwelling Pleural Catheter  
  • Pleural Manometry

Hotels

Staybridge Suites Chicago - Glenview

2600 Lehigh Ave
Glenview, IL 60026

RESERVE AT STAYBRIDGE »
+1 (847) 657-0002
If reserving via phone: Please reference corporate number 786818263.

  • $112.99/night plus tax for a studio suite
  • $129.99/night plus tax for a one-bedroom suite


Rate includes Wi-Fi in the guest room and grab-and-go breakfast. This hotel is within walking distance of CHEST HQ, and shuttle service will also be available. 

Deadlines: There is not a deadline to make a reservation, but the rate is based on availability at the time of booking. Cancellations must be made by 6 pm CT a day prior to arrival to avoid a 1-night room and tax charge


Sheraton Chicago Northbrook

1110 Willow Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062

+1 (847) 480-1900
If reserving via phone: Request the corporate rate for the American College of Chest Physicians.

  • $109/night plus tax for rooms booked between January and May
  • $129/night plus tax for rooms booked between June and October
  • $109/night plus tax for rooms booked between November and December


The rate includes a traditional room with breakfast, guest room Wi-Fi, and transportation between the hotel and CHEST HQ. 

Deadlines: There is not a deadline to make a reservation, but the rate is based on availability at the time of booking. Cancellations must be made by 11:59 pm CT 2 days prior to arrival to avoid a 1-night room and tax charge.  


Flights

CHEST course attendees can secure discounted flights from United and Delta. Chicago-O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is recommended over Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), as O’Hare is closer to CHEST HQ. 

United

BOOK UNITED FLIGHTS » 
+1 (800) 426-1122 
 
Use Offer Code ZP86758781 when booking.  
*Discounts are not offered on Basic Economy fares. 

Delta

BOOK DELTA FLIGHTS »
+1 (800) 328-1111 (phone service available Monday – Friday, 8 am – 6:30 pm ET) 
 
Use Offer Code NM3EV when booking.  
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via the 800 number.  


Ground Transportation

Please be sure to select a suburban taxi, not a city taxi, to avoid higher fares. Transportation can be booked at one of the airport kiosks, although we recommend prebooking your taxi prior to arrival. The hotels are located approximately 13 miles from Chicago-O’Hare International Airport and 35 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport. Please note that estimated travel times can increase significantly during rush hours.

Recommended airport: O'Hare
Estimated travel time: 25 minutes
Approximate taxi fare: $27-$32/one way

Alternate airport: Midway
Estimated travel time: 50 minutes
Approximate taxi fare: $57/one way

Ground transportation options
American Taxi
Automated: +1 (800) 244-1177
Operator: +1 (847) 673-1000

303 Taxi
+1 (847) 303-0303

For support opportunities, please contact Josh Coe for more information.