Save big on this and future courses as a member of CHEST. Select “Register & Become a Member” to save up to $330 on on this course. Plus, you'll receive Enhanced membership for the price of Basic. Membership pricing starts at $109 and varies based on your profession. Learn about the benefits of CHEST membership.
Tuition
Physician, nonphysician doctoral, or industry representative
Early bird rate – through May 9
Regular rate – May 10 or later
Nonphysician clinician or in-training
Early bird rate – through May 9
Regular rate – May 10 or later
Your tuition fee includes attendance at all course sessions and electronic access to course materials. (Printed materials or flash drives will not be provided.) Lunch and refreshments during breaks will be provided. Breakfast is available at CHEST-affiliated hotels.
Cancellation Policy
Tuition refund requests for this course must be received in writing by 4 weeks prior to the course start date for a full refund, less a $100 processing fee. Refunds will not be given after 4 weeks prior to the course start date. If you choose "Become a Member" when you register, only your course registration can be cancelled. No refunds will be given for membership.
CHEST reserves the right to cancel this course no later than 4 weeks prior to the start date. If a cancellation is necessary, your registration fee will be refunded, but CHEST is not responsible for other costs of attendance, such as travel.
To register by phone, contact our Help Team: +1 (800) 343-2227 or +1 (224) 521-9800
Day 1: 7:15 am – 5:35 pm CT
Day 2: 7:30 am – 5 pm CT
Hands-on Workshops
- PFT System Setup, Calibration, and Spirometry
- Lung Volume and Gas Exchange (DLCO) Maneuvers
- FeNO, HAST
- 6-Minute Walk Test
- Respiratory Muscle Strength (MIP/MEP, MVV, Supine Spirometry)
Live Interactive Discussions
- An Extended Spectrum of Pulmonary Function Tests (Lung and Chest Wall Statics and Dynamics, Resistance and Compliance, Maximal Respiratory Pressures, Gas Exchange, Distribution of Ventilation and Perfusion, IOS, and eNO)
- Race and Ethnicity in Spirometry
- Making Sense of Z-Scores
- Bronchodilator Responsiveness
- PFT Interpretation: Obstructive, Restrictive, Nonspecific Pattern
- PFT Interpretation: Cough, Occupational & Environmental Disorders, Obesity, Aging
- Controversies That Remain: BD Testing, Lung Volumes, Complete PFT, COPD Dx Pre- or
Post-, Significant Change
- Obesity, Pulmonary Physiology, and PFTs
- FeNO
- Bronchoprovocation Testing
- How to Structure and Prepare a PFT Report
- Infection Control in the Pulmonary Lab
- Optimal PFT Billing and Collections Plus ROI for PFT Equipment
- PFT Case Review and Discussion
- PFT Jeopardy
Online Modules
- Lung Volumes
- Gas Exchange (DLCO)
- Oximetry
- Spirometry
- Bronchodilator Responsiveness
- Provocative Testing
- Interpretive Strategies
- PFT Interpretation: Obstructive Pattern
- PFT Interpretation: Restrictive Pattern
- PFT Interpretation: Nonspecific Pattern
- PFT Interpretation: Cough
- PFT Interpretation: Occupational & Environmental Disorders
- PFT Interpretation: Obesity
- PFT Interpretation: Aging
- Reference Values for Pulmonary Function (Including Regional and Ethnic Differences)
- Beyond PFTs – Other Tests of Pulmonary Function: 6-Minute Walk
- Beyond PFTs – Other Tests of Pulmonary Function: MIP/MEP
- Beyond PFTs – Other Tests of Pulmonary Function: ABGs
- Beyond PFTs – Other Tests of Pulmonary Function: Methacholine
- vBeyond PFTs – Other Tests of Pulmonary Function: IOS
Hotels
Staybridge Suites Chicago - Glenview
2600 Lehigh Ave
Glenview, IL 60026
RESERVE AT STAYBRIDGE »
+1 (847) 657-0002
If reserving via phone: Please reference corporate number 786818263.
- $112.99/night plus tax for a studio suite
- $129.99/night plus tax for a one-bedroom suite
Rate includes Wi-Fi in the guest room and grab-and-go breakfast. This hotel is within walking distance of CHEST HQ, and shuttle service will also be available.
Deadlines: There is not a deadline to make a reservation, but the rate is based on availability at the time of booking. Cancellations must be made by 6 pm CT a day prior to arrival to avoid a 1-night room and tax charge
Sheraton Chicago Northbrook
1110 Willow Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062
+1 (847) 480-1900
If reserving via phone: Request the corporate rate for the American College of Chest Physicians.
- $109/night plus tax for rooms booked between January and May
- $129/night plus tax for rooms booked between June and October
- $109/night plus tax for rooms booked between November and December
The rate includes a traditional room with breakfast, guest room Wi-Fi, and transportation between the hotel and CHEST HQ.
Deadlines: There is not a deadline to make a reservation, but the rate is based on availability at the time of booking. Cancellations must be made by 11:59 pm CT 2 days prior to arrival to avoid a 1-night room and tax charge.
Flights
CHEST course attendees can secure discounted flights from United and Delta. Chicago-O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is recommended over Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), as O’Hare is closer to CHEST HQ.
United
BOOK UNITED FLIGHTS »
+1 (800) 426-1122
Use Offer Code ZP86758781 when booking.
*Discounts are not offered on Basic Economy fares.
Delta
BOOK DELTA FLIGHTS »
+1 (800) 328-1111 (phone service available Monday – Friday, 8 am – 6:30 pm ET)
Use Offer Code NM3EV when booking.
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via the 800 number.
Ground Transportation
Please be sure to select a suburban taxi, not a city taxi, to avoid higher fares. Transportation can be booked at one of the airport kiosks, although we recommend prebooking your taxi prior to arrival. The hotels are located approximately 13 miles from Chicago-O’Hare International Airport and 35 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport. Please note that estimated travel times can increase significantly during rush hours.
Recommended airport: O'Hare
Estimated travel time: 25 minutes
Approximate taxi fare: $27-$32/one way
Alternate airport: Midway
Estimated travel time: 50 minutes
Approximate taxi fare: $57/one way
Ground transportation options
American Taxi
Automated: +1 (800) 244-1177
Operator: +1 (847) 673-1000
303 Taxi
+1 (847) 303-0303
For support opportunities, please contact Josh Coe for more information.