Thoracic Masterclass: Diaphragm Dysfunction | Recorded at the AATS 106th Annual Meeting

Recorded at the 106th Annual meeting, this on-demand masterclass provides a comprehensive review of contemporary approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of diaphragm dysfunction. Expert faculty discuss electro-mechanical diaphragm disorders, phrenic nerve repair, diaphragm pacing, and surgical plication techniques, with a focus on patient selection, operative strategy, and optimizing outcomes. Through case-based learning and panel discussions, gain practical insights into the management of this challenging and evolving area of thoracic surgery.

This session includes the following presentations: 

  • Diagnosis and Management of Electro-Mechanical Diaphragm Dysfunction
  • Phrenic Nerve Repair
  • Diaphragm Pacing: Indications and Techniques
  • Diaphragm Plication: Approaches and Avoiding Failure
  • Case Presentation
  • Panel Discussion
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.50 ABS Accredited CME

    Successful completion of this CME activity, [which includes participation in the evaluation component], enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME [and Self-Assessment] requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.
  • 1.50 ABTS Accredited CME
    Successful completion of this CME activity, [which includes participation in the evaluation component], enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME [and Self-Assessment / Patient Safety / Performance in Practice requirements] of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery’s Maintenance of Certification program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABTS credit.
  • 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
    The American Association for Thoracic Surgery designates this for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 1.50 Participation
Course opens: 
06/08/2026
Course expires: 
04/30/2029
Cost:
$200.00

The planners and faculty for this activity did not have any relevant relationships with ACCME defined ineligible companies to disclose, unless listed here/below. All relevant relationships were mitigated prior to the start of the activity according to The Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education.

 

Purpose (Desired Learning Outcome) 

Following this activity, learners will improve their approach to diagnosing and managing diaphragm dysfunction through enhanced application of multidisciplinary evaluation and procedural treatment strategies.

ACCME Accreditation Statement

The American Association for Thoracic Surgery is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA Credit Designation Statement 

The American Association for Thoracic Surgery designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit (s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclosure of Commercial Support
The American Association for Thoracic Surgery received commercial support from the following organizations:

  • Abbott
  • J&J Medtech Heart Recovery
  • W.L. Gore & Associates

Available Credit

  • 1.50 ABS Accredited CME

    Successful completion of this CME activity, [which includes participation in the evaluation component], enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME [and Self-Assessment] requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.
  • 1.50 ABTS Accredited CME
    Successful completion of this CME activity, [which includes participation in the evaluation component], enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME [and Self-Assessment / Patient Safety / Performance in Practice requirements] of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery’s Maintenance of Certification program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABTS credit.
  • 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
    The American Association for Thoracic Surgery designates this for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 1.50 Participation

Price

Cost:
$200.00
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