Overcoming Hurdles to Optimal Care for Patients with NTM-LD

Program Overview

In this activity, a panel of experts discuss current guidelines and best practices for the management of nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease (NTM-LD), including treatment options for refractory disease and strategies for minimizing adverse effects of therapies. An experienced patient with NTM-LD shares her experiences with oral and inhaled therapies and how she overcame treatment challenges.

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Target Audience

This activity is intended for pulmonology, infectious disease, internal medicine clinicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment of patients with nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease (NTM-LD).

Educational Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:

  • Employ current data, guidelines, and best practices when managing individuals with nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease (NTM-LD)
  • Apply strategies to maintain adherence and address treatment-related adverse effects in patients with NTM-LD

Activity Faculty

Patrick A. Flume, MD

Professor, Medicine and Pediatrics
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC

Doreen J. Addrizzo-Harris, MD

Professor of Medicine
Associate Director, Clinical and Academic Affairs
Director, NYU Bronchiectasis/NTM Program
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
New York, NY

Julie V. Philley, MD

Executive Vice President, Health Affairs
University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler
Tyler, TX

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