Bronchiectasis and NTM infections in Clinical Practice: Navigating Diagnosis, Management, and Emerging Therapies
Hybrid Event
Apr 02, 2026
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ ...
OVERVIEW
Bronchiectasis and NTM infections in Clinical Practice: Navigating Diagnosis, Management, and Emerging Therapies is organized by Thomas Jefferson University (TJU) Office of Continuing Professional Development (OCPD) and will be held on Apr 02, 2026 at Jefferson Alumni Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America.
Overview:
This half-day hybrid conference offers a comprehensive and interactive exploration of bronchiectasis and non-tuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) infection.
Participants will gain practical insights through case-based sessions, expert-led presentations, and breakout workshops. Topics will include diagnostic challenges, disease overlaps, work up, exacerbation management, prevention strategies, and emerging therapies, with ample opportunity for participant questions and discussions.
Designed for pulmonologists, infectious disease specialists, allied health providers, and trainees, this event promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and provides the latest clinical knowledge and tools to enhance patient outcomes.
Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, healthcare team members will be able to:
- Differentiate bronchiectasis from asthma and COPD using clinical, radiologic, and microbiologic criteria.
- Describe the pathogenesis of bronchiectasis and conduct an appropriate diagnostic work-up.
- Assess the clinical significance of chronic bacterial colonization and interpret sputum characteristics in bronchiectasis.
- Design management strategies for acute exacerbations and long-term care of bronchiectasis, including airway clearance and chronic antibiotic use.
- Diagnose and manage NTM pulmonary disease, including complex and refractory cases, with an emphasis on individualized treatment plans.
- Apply knowledge gained from clinical case discussions to enhance decision-making in the care of patients with bronchiectasis and NTM infections.
KEY DATES
02 Apr, 2026
Event Start Date
02 Apr, 2026
Event End Date
ACCREDITATION & CREDITS
Accreditation
In support of improving patient care, Thomas Jefferson University is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Physicians: This educational activity is designated for a maximum of 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Physicians Assistants: Thomas Jefferson University has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 4.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Other Healthcare Professionals: This educational activity is designated for 4.75 AAMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ABIM MOC
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 4.75 MOC points and patient safety MOC credit in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.
TARGET AUDIENCE
PhysicianNursingPhysician AssistantRespiratory TherapistNurseHealthcare ProfessionalsResidentsAllied Health ProfessionalsNurse PractitionersFellowsResident PhysicianSPECIALITIES
PulmonologySUGGESTED HOTELS
CONFERENCE VENUE
Jefferson Alumni HallREFUND, CANCELLATION POLICY & DISCLAIMER
Cancellation Policy
Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing and received in the Office of CPD two weeks prior to the start date of the course. There will be no refunds after this period.* Cancellations notified before the two week time frame will incur a 25% administration fee (with a minimum of $20). Registrants who fail to attend the conference are responsible for the entire fee. All refunds will be processed after the conference. The University reserves the right to cancel or postpone this course due to unforeseen circumstances. In the event of cancellation or postponement, the University will refund registration fees, but is not responsible for related costs or expenses to participants, including cancellation fees assessed by hotels, airlines or travel agencies. Email jeffersoncpd@jefferson.edu - please include the activity name in the subject line.
DISCLAIMER
Successful Completion
To successfully complete this activity, the required evaluation must be completed no later than Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Thereafter, the evaluation will no longer be available and credits will not be issued. No refunds will be offered for failure to complete the required evaluation by the stated deadline.
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