Future Prospects of Interventional Pulmonology
Hi,
I am currently a resident who is very interested in IP. Lung cancer and transplant were my original interests before discovering this field which complements my strong interests in procedures as well. I know prior threads on this topic have been here but its been been several years and the field has advanced so wanted to ask a few questions.
1. What is the job market like for IP? Is it still mainly just in academic centers with limited jobs available?
2. Is it possible to work mainly...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - February 8, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: surfking123 Tags: Pulmonary / Critical Care Medicine Source Type: forums
Who wants another Great Breast Cancer Debate?
71 yo, history of single-lung transplant with T1N1 triple negative breast cancer. immediate surgery (ie no neoadjuvant therapy). s/p full ax dissection (11 nodes) - final path with single positive node and associated ECE.
Would anyone treat axilla in this situation? If it matters the transplanted lung is on the right and the cancer was on the left. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 19, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: pikachu Tags: Radiation Oncology Source Type: forums
Why is intestine transplant surgery so darn pricey?
I was going through some lists of expensive operation and I found out that Intestine transplant costs around 1,2million dollars. The fact that it costs more than lungs or hearth transplant really impressed me but why its so pricey?
And how often is operation like this done? I was looking for it on google but aparently Iam not asking the right questions or something (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - January 25, 2017 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Kakarrott Source Type: forums
Pulmonary sub-specialty fellowships
Is it reasonable to look into sub-specialty fellowships like PH or lung transplant pretty early on if there is even an inkling of interest? Pretty stoked to start my PCCM fellowship so this may be premature, but I am leaning heavily in the direction of academic pulmonology with a heavy sub-specialty focus. It seems there are a few places that offer additional training in PH or lung transplant -- are these necessary or recommended for pursuit of an academic career in those fields? During my...
Pulmonary sub-specialty fellowships (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - January 1, 2017 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Anri of Astora Source Type: forums
*Opinion Survey* Importance of transplant cases in training - resident/fellow input appreciated
Background: 4th year trying to create match list.
It seems like hearts are straight forward and the experience can be replaced with any cardiac case using cardiopulmonary bypass. Same with lung in that one-lung ventilation is required for a lot of thoracic cases. In my experience, liver transplant management is the most unique/difficult, and thus harder to replace, what with the coagulopathy, AB derangements, and massive transfusion. Individually those challenges can be found in most sick...
*Opinion Survey* Importance of transplant cases in training - resident/fellow input appreciated (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - December 23, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: CriticallyCarED4 Source Type: forums
Lung transplant fellowship
I don't think I've seen a lung transplant thread in the Pulm/CCM forum. Is anyone interested in this fellowship? Is it worthwhile pursuing? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - September 13, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: vashisdead Source Type: forums
Withdrawing from CRNA school to go to Medical School? Any RN's turned MD's/DO's
I'm a student registered nurse anesthetist (SRNA) that is considering dropping CRNA school and going to medical school instead. I'm an EMT-Paramedic, RN with a MICU, SICU and CVICU/OHR background of 4 years by the start of Medical school . I also have the CCRN-CMC-CSC credentials and recover immediate post-op heart and lung transplants. Also, I just finished my first semester of CRNA school. I am having second thoughts about CRNA school because I don't feel I would be content with just...
Withdrawing from CRNA school to go to Medical School? Any RN's turned MD's/DO's (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 3, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: SRNA-to-MD Source Type: forums
Double Transplant for CF?
I just received my packet for my transplant testing and was reading through the material. I will be going to Cleveland Clinic. While my lung functions are still in the mid 40's I'm curious as to what I've been reading. I know I won't be listed as a critical person (my doctors wanted me to get on the list so I'm there in case I get really sick and they start to fall again). In the packet it said CF patients usually get a double transplant. I was just curious if this was the case for everyone or have any of you only gotten a single transplant. I would think it would vary per patient, but it sounds like at Cleveland Clinic th...
Source: Cystic Fibrosis Transplants Forum - November 22, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: kenna2 Tags: Transplants Source Type: forums
Opinions on Florida and living with CF; Doctors, Clinics, Medicaid, etc.
My daughter is almost 18 and has CF. She has been on disability for almost a year. I am considering moving to Florida from Ohio. She is trying to decide whether or not to come. I believe the more stable weather will be a benefit to her. She has been seen at Rainbow in Cleveland her entire life. I need info on the clinics in Florida. How they stand up if a lung transplant is ever required. And insurance matters. She is currently covered under her Dad's private insurance (but not sure how long) and medicaid because of her disability. This is a scary move and decision to change providers after all this time so any i...
Source: Cystic Fibrosis Adults Forum - October 26, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: 65RosesMomof2 Tags: Adults Source Type: forums
constant sinus drainage after lung transplant
I had a lung transplant (and liver) in late 2012. I had sinus surgery in December 2013. But I have constant mucus buildup and sinus drainage 24/7. I blow my nose several times a day and cough up stuff often that I know is from the sinus drainage. I do sinus rinses at least once a day, every day along with nasonex every day. I don't want this to cause an infection. I feel like this is getting worse and my ENT just says its CF and doesn't do anything about it (although he does clean out my sinuses when I see him). Does anyone have any remedies to decrease the amount of mucus buildup in my sinuses? (Source: Cystic Fibrosis Adults Forum)
Source: Cystic Fibrosis Adults Forum - September 14, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: randomgirl Tags: Adults Source Type: forums
In Need o Help Right Away
I have been on this site a few years ago and have decided to return because I am in great need of help, guidance and advice.
MY SITUATIONS:
I am a 29 year old female from California. I have cystic fibrosis, cystic fibrosis related type one diabetes, I had a double lung transplant 5 years ago and now have numerous transplant complications including 2 types of aggressive skin cancer, cataracts (now currently being treated), chronic pain, osteoarthritis and chronic pain. I have a college degree in anthropology, work as a freelance writer and in customer service and work as a volunteer for several different organizations.
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Source: Cystic Fibrosis Adults Forum - September 8, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: anthro9310 Tags: Adults Source Type: forums
21 YO cf patient looking to move
I currently live in the greater kansas city area and see the KU CF team regularly. I am looking at the possibility of moving to Phoenix Arizona. I have a roommate lined up if I do but other than that I would be alone with the nearest family over 2 hours away. I have more than just my CF to contend with as well as typical CF problems with infections and viral and bacterial pneumonia within the past year. MY past PFT was only about 55% average. At the moment I am being tested for TB because of some symptoms I have been having including small portions of blood in my mucus from the lungs. Other problems i have include the rare...
Source: Cystic Fibrosis Adults Forum - August 14, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: b4herbiesbug Tags: Adults Source Type: forums
help building muscle post lung transplant
So I had a lung transplant in 2004 11 years ago, am 39 now, male, with CF, I feel like Im a good weight considering my size and don't necessarily need to put on any more just general weight but do want to put on some muscle weight. Can anyone direct me to a good routine of getting into? I do have some dumbbells and weight bench, which I occasionally do but need a good plan on getting more muscle in my arms and legs. Or maybe some of you with CF who work with weights can give me some insight on doing this. Thanks - See more at: http://forum.cysticfibrosis.com/thre....sQneMV7J.dpuf (Source: Cystic Fibrosis Adults Forum)
Source: Cystic Fibrosis Adults Forum - July 21, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: thisisme Tags: Adults Source Type: forums
help building muscle post lung transplant
So I had a lung transplant in 2004 11 years ago, am 39 now, male, with CF, I feel like Im a good weight considering my size and don't necessarily need to put on any more just general weight but do want to put on some muscle weight. Can anyone direct me to a good routine of getting into? I do have some dumbbells and weight bench, which I occasionally do but need a good plan on getting more muscle in my arms and legs. Or maybe some of you with CF who work with weights can give me some insight on doing this. Thanks (Source: Cystic Fibrosis Exercise and Fitness Forum)
Source: Cystic Fibrosis Exercise and Fitness Forum - July 19, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: thisisme Tags: Exercise & Fitness Source Type: forums
Used Hill-Rom Vest
I recently received a lung transplant. I am looking to sell my used Hill Rom Vest model 105. It comes with the machine, vest, hoses, and the portable case.
Anyone know where I can sell?? (Source: Cystic Fibrosis Airway Clearance Techniques Forum)
Source: Cystic Fibrosis Airway Clearance Techniques Forum - July 1, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Sammy Dowdy Tags: Airway Clearance Techniques Source Type: forums
