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BMJ Masterclass for Physicians: Respiratory Medicine 2008
| 0800-0900 | REGISTRATION AND REFRESHMENTS |
| 0900-0910 |
Welcome and introduction by the Chair Professor Wisia Wedzicha Editor in Chief, Thorax, and Professor of Respiratory Medicine, University College London, London |
| 0910-1000 |
Optimal methods of preventing exacerbation in asthma Exacerbations of asthma have considerable impact on the patient and are an important outcome measure in the evaluation of asthma therapies. This session will review the current evidence and guidelines for therapies that prevent asthma exacerbations. Dr Chris Brightling Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Leicester and Glenfields Hospital, Leicester |
| 1000-1050 |
Smoking cessation - are we winning? Smoking cessation is still the most important way of preventing morbidity and mortality from a number of respiratory diseases, and the recently introduced ban on smoking in public places is a major step forward. This session will review the current evidence for and outcomes of the various existing therapies for smoking cessation. Dr Lawrence McAlpine Consultant Physician, Monklands Hospital, Airdrie |
| 1050-1110 | REFRESHMENTS |
| 1110-1200 |
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies to reduce COPD exacerbation COPD exacerbations are common and lead to considerable morbidity, mortality, and hospital admissions. The speaker will review the wide range of interventions currently available to reduce the frequency of COPD exacerbations and improve the care of the patient with COPD. Professor Wisia Wedzicha (London) Editor in Chief, Thorax, and Professor of Respiratory Medicine, University College London, London Professor Peter Calverley (Manchester) Professor of Respiratory Medicine, University of Liverpool, and Honorary Consultant Physician, University Hospital Aintree, Liverpool |
| 1200-1240 |
Breakout sessions with the speakers from the asthma, smoking cessation and COPD sessions Allowing delegates the opportunity to interact directly with the expert speakers, the breakout sessions facilitate discussion around hot topics and controversies in the areas of asthma, smoking cessation and COPD.
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| 1240-1330 | LUNCH |
| 1330-1420 |
Sponsored Symposium supported by Bayer Schering Pharma  Does antibiotic choice in Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (AECOPD) have an impact on outcome? Dr Robert Wilson (London) Consultant Respiratory Physician, The Royal Brompton Hospital Dr James Calvert (Manchester) Consultant Respiratory Physician, North Bristol NHS Trust |
| 1420-1510 |
Investigation and management of pleural effusions Pleural effusions are a common problem encountered by respiratory and general physicians and have many causes that are often difficult to investigate and manage. This lecture will be an opportunity for an update on this important condition and will also discuss the various management strategies. Dr Robert Davies Reader in Respiratory Medicine, Oxford Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford |
| 1510-1530 | REFRESHMENTS |
| 1530-1620 |
Pneumonia – update Pneumonia is a common presentation in clinical practice in both primary and secondary care. There is a wide range of factors that can cause pneumonia, and knowledge of these is important for prompt diagnosis and treatment. Dr Mark Woodhead Consultant in General and Respiratory Medicine, Manchester Royal Infirmary, and Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Manchester, Manchester |
| 1620-1710 |
Sleep apnoea – risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment With the rise in prevalence of obesity, sleep apnoea is increasing in importance. It is also now recognised that sleep apnoea has a major impact on the cardiovascular system, emphasising the importance of accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. This lecture will focus on risk factors for sleep apnoea, how to make an accurate diagnosis, and an update on management. Dr Maxine Hardinge (London) Consultant in Respiratory and General Medicine, Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine, Churchill Hospital, Oxford Professor John Stradling (Manchester) Professor of Respiratory Medicine, University of Oxford, Director, Osler Chest Unit (Churchill Hospital) and Respiratory Sleep Unit, Oxford Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford |
| 1710-1720 | SUMMARY AND CLOSING REMARKS |
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