May 18
A Dozen Intriguing Facts About “The Big Easy”New Orleans—or "Nawlins" as many locals call it—has a rich artistic, cultural and historic legacy. These 12 intriguing facts serve as a testament to the mystery and magic of the "crescent city" that is hosting ATS 2010. More- List of Satellite Symposia to Take Place on Tuesday at the HiltonThe following satellite symposia will be held tomorrow evening from 6:30 to 9 p.m. More
- President’s Symposium Addresses Comparative Effectiveness ResearchFederal and private healthcare policy officials and analysts took turns Monday describing the future direction of comparative effectiveness research (CER) in the wake of healthcare reform for attendees of the ATS President's Symposium, "Comparative Effectiveness Research: What is It and What are the Opportunities and Challenges?" More
Take It Easy, With Special Tours of the Big EasyNew Orleans is truly a historic city—no other city in the nation has blended so colorfully multiple cultures. This artistic jambalaya has resulted in Dixieland jazz, French and Spanish architecture, Cajun and Creole cuisine and voodoo folklore. More
Stick Around for Great Sessions on WednesdayIf you are planning to leave New Orleans after sessions conclude today, you will be missing out on some of the best sessions and symposia that the ATS International Conference has to offer. More- Conference’s Final Clinical Trials To Be Presented WednesdayThe final seven clinical trial sessions of the ATS International Conference, at which data that may have immediate or near-immediate implications for attendees in their practices, will be presented from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday. More
Mile-High City Provides Many Opportunities for ExcitementThe 2011 ATS International Conference will be held at the base of the Rocky Mountains in the "mile-high" city of Denver, Colorado, from May 13 to 18, 2011. More
Q&A: ATS President-Elect Dean E. Schraufnagel, M.D.Q. You will officially succeed J. Randall Curtis, M.D., M.P.H., as ATS President this afternoon. Can you tell us about your plans for the next year?
A. From the time of accepting the nomination as an ATS officer, my main objective has been to make the Society better serve its members. More
Researcher Examines What Drives Her in LifeFor many women, the family at home is the focus, while others choose to try to balance family with work. More- OSA Research, Treatment PresentedUp to one-quarter of the adult population in the West is estimated to have obstructive sleep apnea, but only two to four percent are symptomatic, which raises the question of if non-symptomatic patients should be treated. More
- Museum Honors the Memory of World War II SoldiersThe National World War II Museum tells the story of the American experience in this global war—why it was fought, how it was won and what it means today—so that all generations will understand the price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn. More
- Get Your Discovery Zone Cards CompletedOnce you've visited the participating booths and answered the questions on the back of the card correctly, drop the card in the Discovery Zone bins at the front of the Exhibit Hall. More
- Today’s Product Theater ScheduleToday's mini-product theater Noon to 12:20 p.m. More
- H1N1 Pandemic Examined One Year LaterOne year after the threat of an H1N1 pandemic, data gathered about influenza A (H1N1) was presented Sunday during session A91 "H1N1 Pandemic Influenza, a Year Later: The Current State of Knowledge." More
Breakthroughs in Research, Attitudes ReviewedResearch and regenerative medicine—from paradigm shifts and ethics to scientific advances—was reviewed Monday during "Scientific Breakthroughs of the Year: Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine." More- ATS PAR Symposium to Address Cells in Lung Injury and RepairAs part of its 2010 symposium, the ATS Public Advisory Roundtable (ATS PAR) will focus on lung biology to demonstrate the importance of translational research in improving the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases, critical illnesses and sleep disorders. More
- Take ATS 2010 HomeA National Conference will have the opportunity to take home educational programming from the meeting in the form of Webcasts or DVD-ROMs, both of which provide full audio and slides, synchronized and searchable. More
Novel Therapies for Asthma ExploredAt any given time, a number of new therapies for the treatment of asthma are in various stages of investigation, and several novel approaches were discussed yesterday in the symposium "New Frontiers in Asthma Therapy." More
Late-Breaking Clinical Trial Session to Address Latest ResearchToday's "Late-Breaking Clinical Trials" session will cover the latest research findings in the areas of asthma, obstructive sleep apnea, critical illness, lung cancer and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. More
Peter Pronovost to Deliver Today’s ATS President’s LectureToday's ATS President's Lecture will be delivered by Peter Pronovost, M.D., Ph.D., a professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine's Bloomberg School of Public Health and School of Nursing. More
Respiratory Society Leaders Meet the PressIn recognition of the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS) declaring 2010 as the "Year of the Lung," the ATS brought together an international group of medical society leaders to discuss the need for greater awareness, research and public health policy to defeat lung disease worldwide. More
Sessions to Cover Global Migration and Efficacy of Rapid Response TeamsOn Wednesday, two sessions—"Global Migration and Respiratory Disease" and "Rapid Response Teams: Actually Effective or Just Highly Contagious?"—will focus on two important issues facing pulmonologists today. More
May 17
- Foundation of the American Thoracic Society Thanks 2009 Contributors for Their SupportATS RESEARCH PARTNERS $100,000 or More More
- List of Satellite Symposia to Take Place on Tuesday at the HiltonThe following satellite symposia will be held tomorrow evening from 6:30 to 9 p.m. More
Celebrating 25 years of advancing nursing scienceIn a celebration of the 25th anniversary of the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR), Patricia Grady, Ph.D., R.N., NINR director, outlined the agency's successes and her vision for its future in "bringing nursing science to life." More- ICU Staffing Shortages Linked to Aging PopulationAn ongoing crisis identified more than a decade ago is taking a toll on pulmonary and critical care medical providers. More
- Fellows Present Challenging Cases to Expert PanelIn an annual session growing in popularity with ATS International Conference attendees, pulmonary and critical care fellows presented clinical cases to a panel of expert pulmonary clinicians, pathologists and radiologists on Sunday. More
ATS 5K Lung Run & WalkSupported by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. More- Controversial Issues to be Debated at Multiple SessionsLeading experts will debate the positives and negatives of several key issues this week at the 2010 ATS International Conference, starting with Tuesday's "C83: Hot Topics in Lung Transplantation: Pro-Con Debates" session. More
- Effects of Climate Change on Pulmonary Health to be ExploredClimate change is a hot political topic, but when it is discussed in an ATS scientific symposium on Tuesday, politics will take a back seat to how climate change affects respiratory health. More
Diversity Forum Highlights One Physician’s JourneyIt's easy to understand why Juan C. Celedon, M.D., Dr.PH., could have many times given up in his dream to become a physician and researcher. More
PHA, Pfizer Join ATS to Fund Two Research Fellowships in Pulmonary Arterial HypertensionThe ATS, Pfizer, Inc., and the Pulmonary Hypertension Association are joining forces to fund two new research fellowships in pulmonary arterial hypertension. More
Four to Receive Awards for Scientific AccomplishmentsThe premier gathering of clinicians and scientists committed to advancing pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine, the ATS International Conference is an important venue for recognizing individuals who are leaders in these fields for their extraordinary contributions to and achievements in lung disease research, treatment and prevention. More- Two More Days to get your Discovery Zone Cards CompletedOnce you've visited the participating booths and answered the questions on the back of the card correctly, drop the card in the Discovery Zone bins at the front of the Exhibit Hall. More
ATS to Publish Breathing in America: Diseases, Progress, and HopeAs part of Year of the Lung, the American Thoracic Society is publishing a book on respiratory diseases and how they affect persons in the United States and their families. More- Conference to Feature Sessions on Research Efforts, Clinical TrialsLearn the latest findings of the CONCERT Consortium and the NIEHS Exposure Biology Program, and get updates from the NHLBI about its clinical research programs in asthma and emerging trends in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis during these clinical trial sessions, which will take place today from noon to 1 p.m. More
ATS PAR Symposium to Address Cells in Lung injury and RepairAs part of its 2010 symposium, the ATS Public Advisory Roundtable (ATS PAR) will focus on lung biology to demonstrate the importance of translational research in improving the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases, critical illnesses and sleep disorders. More- Baseball Player to Offer Patient Perspective After Mother’s DeathMajor League Baseball player Ryan Spilborghs will be a patient speaker during "Keeping the Immunosuppressed Well: TB and not TB," today, when he will reflect on his experience with lung disease after the death of his mother. More
- Sign the “Year of the Lung” Declaration Today!Outside the La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom on the second level of the Morial Convention Center More
Research Dinner Looks to a Bright Future for Pulmonary Science & New OrleansCelebrating the future of pulmonary and critical care research and a city enjoying its rebirth were at the heart of the 2010 Research Dinner for the Foundation of the ATS on Saturday night. More
Lesson from Katrina: Disaster Can Bring Out Our HumanityThe American Thoracic Society celebrated its roots and paid homage to its host city on Saturday afternoon with the inaugural ATS International Conference Opening Ceremony, which featured a moving keynote address that examined the reactions of humans when Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans. More
May 16
- Many “Voluntourism” Opportunities Available in New OrleansListed below are selected organizations that are currently engaged in organizing, hosting or identifying community service projects for groups visiting New Orleans, contributing to the city's recovery. More
- Sample the Crescent City’s Unique Culinary TreasuresFrom the city's most famed chefs to it's most innovative rising stars, New Orleans offers exceptional culinary fare in a variety of cuisines. From fine French and Italian dining to casual Cajun and Creole eateries, the Crescent City offers locales to please any palate. More
- Five Free Things to Do and See in New OrleansNew Orleans is like no other city in the world. With such an abundance of soulful music, unique food, great attractions and a culture steeped in history, a lifetime wouldn't be enough to see and do it all. More
- ATS Assemblies to Meet Tonight, Monday EveningEach of the Society's 13 assemblies will hold its annual membership meeting during the 2010 ATS International Conference. More
- Pick Up Copies of Leading Medical Journals & MagazinesPick up copies of leading medical journals and news magazines, free-of-charge, at the ATS Journal Annex and ATS Magazine Annex. More
ATS Foundation Opens Hospitality SuiteConference attendees who have contributed $250 or more to the Foundation of the American Thoracic Society's Funds for the Future campaign since June 1, 2009, are invited to relax, grab a beverage and check e-mail in the Foundation's Hospitality Suite. More- Network with Colleagues & Learn from ExpertsThe Clinicians Center A host of world-renowned clinical experts will appear in the Clinicians Center during the 2010 International Conference. More
- Conference to Feature Sessions on Research Efforts, Clinical TrialsLearn the latest findings of EPIC and SHARP, and get updates from the NINR and ALA during these clinical trial sessions, which will take place today from noon to 1 p.m. More
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Q&A: ATS Executive Director Stephen C. CraneQ. You led an effort this past year to revise ATS membership categories. Why?
A. The principal goal for revising our membership categories was to attract more and a more diverse group of health professionals to the ATS. More- Today’s Product Theater ScheduleToday's Product Theater Noon to 12:45 p.m. More
Amberson Lecturer to Speak about Importance of Staying the CourseThis afternoon, 2010 Amberson Lecturer Dean Sheppard, M.D., will tell International Conference attendees how important it is for researchers to follow their instincts—because even a bad hunch can lead to new and better answers. More
2010 Award Recipients to be Honored at Ceremony This AfternoonThe following individuals will be honored for their contributions to the fields of pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine at an awards ceremony this afternoon from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the La Nouvelle Orleans B-C Ballroom, on the second level of the Morial Convention Center. More- Pulmonary Rehabilitation Making its Mark at ATS 2010The Society's Assembly on Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) is coming into its own at the 2010 ATS International Conference. More
Breakthroughs Session Focuses on Stem Cell Research, EthicsThe "Scientific Breakthroughs of the Year" session at ATS 2010 will not only highlight novel advances in the fields of stem cell research and regenerative medicine, but will also identify the ethical issues these advances are raising. More
Lung Cancer Sessions to Focus on Early Stages of DiseaseA new ATS Section on Thoracic Oncology (SOTO) has worked to strengthen the sessions that cover lung cancer at the Society's International Conference. More- H1N1 Session Spotlights Newest Data, Best Defenses Against PandemicToday, 1:30 to 4 p.m. in Room 243-245 on the second level of the Morial Convention Center More
2010 Conference Launches with Inaugural Opening CeremonyThe American Thoracic Society's 2010 International Conference officially launched on Saturday afternoon at the Society's first-ever Opening Ceremony, where ATS President J. Randall Curtis, M.D., M.P.H., introduced keynote speaker Bennett deBoisblanc, M.D., who was medical director of the ICU at Charity Hospital in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005. More