CHESTGuidelines & Topic CollectionsRefractory Chronic Cough: A Primary Care Primer

Refractory Chronic Cough: A Primary Care Primer

Recorded: March 3, 2026

This practical, clinically focused webinar equips primary care providers with a structured approach to evaluating chronic cough and recognizing refractory chronic cough (RCC) as a distinct disease entity. Review cough physiology, common etiologies, stepwise diagnostic workup, red flags, and the impact of RCC on patients’ physical, psychological, and social well-being. Expert speakers clarify when to consider neuronal hypersensitivity, when to initiate appropriate trials of therapy, and when referral to specialists or cough centers may be warranted.

The information in this presentation is scientific and nonpromotional in nature. This educational program was developed by CHEST in collaboration with GSK.

This webinar is part of a series on RCC.

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Moderator

Anju Peters, MD

Professor of Medicine
Division of Allergy and Immunology
Northwestern University
Chicago, IL


Panelist

Michael S. Blaiss, MD

Clinical Professor
Division of Allergy-Immunology
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Augusta, GA


Panelist

Michael Ghobrial, MD

Assistant Professor, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine
Director of Chronic Cough Program, Cleveland Clinic Ohio
Director of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program and Respiratory Therapy, Medina Hospital
Cleveland, OH


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