IPCRG February 2025 Newsletter is out!

Published on 3 March 2025.

Brasov 2025: accreditation, travel, Spirometry Simplified & Implementation Science research school

There is still time to register for our 8th Scientific Meeting, taking place in Braşov, Romania from 10-12 April! This meeting has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 10.0 European CME credits (ECMEC®s) and by the European Board for Accreditation in Pneumology (EBAP) for 9.5 CME credits. We have also shared detailed information about the various transportation options between Bucharest and Braşov, to help you plan your trip.

Spirometry Simplified, our teaching initiative promoting the widespread and equitable adoption of spirometry, begins with four 2-hour, self-paced online modules before concluding with an in-person masterclass in Braşov on 12 April. Watch this video to find out more and register here by 7 March!



Judging by the turnout at our recent webinar on implementation science by Lisa Hirschhorn, there is clearly a lot of interest from our network, so do consider enrolling on our half day in-person Research School.  There will be time to share experiences, learn more about the frameworks and apply them working in small groups to critically appraise some implementation science papers. Register here.
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COPD Magazine issue 3: Plan, Take Action, Live Well with COPD

We are delighted to share the latest and final issue of our COPD Magazine designed for healthcare professionals and patient support groups to share with patients, families and carers. ‘Plan, Take Action, Live Well with COPD’ outlines what a normal life with COPD can look like by offering tips on protecting your lungs, noticing changes, making the most of a consultation, and identifying, treating and recovering from flare-ups. This issue incorporates new video diaries (see the next item for more information) along with curated instructional videos, infographics and action plans. Life with COPD can be challenging, but this magazine is full of good, practical ideas which have been used by people around the world to stay safe and improve their quality of life.

 

Webinar: Tackling difficult-to-manage asthma and obesity

Join us on 2 April 2025 at 18:00 UK time for an expert-led webinar: Tackling difficult-to-manage asthma and obesity: practical insights from a case study discussion. Building on IPCRG's recently updated Desktop Helper, this session will explore key challenges in managing patients with difficult-to-manage asthma and obesity. Through a case study approach, our speakers Dermot Ryan, Hanna Sandelowsky, Jaime Correia de Sousa and Steve Holmes will discuss:
  • Confirming asthma diagnosis and addressing comorbidities
  • Conducting structured reviews and optimising management
  • Considering hormone replacement therapy, weight management strategies, and medication for obesity
The webinar is designed for general practitioners, primary care professionals, and respiratory health specialists looking for practical guidance, expert insights, and case-based learning. Please email us to register.