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2024 Simulation Comprehensive Pleural Procedures

Date

November 20, 2026

Location

CHEST Global Headquarters
2595 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
UNITED STATES

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Comprehensive Pleural Procedures: A Cadaver-Based Course

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About this course

Dates: November 20, 2026 | Credits: 22.5* | Location: CHEST HQ in Glenview, IL

Using cadavers and hands-on simulations, you’ll be exposed to ultrasound-guided pleural interventions with instruction from bronchoscopy experts. Learn a step-by-step approach to ultrasound-guided thoracentesis, tunneled indwelling pleural catheter placement, and more. By attending this course, you’ll gain methods for safely and effectively managing your patients with pleural disorders.

What you'll learn

Techniques for ultrasound-guided thoracentesis

Tunneled indwelling pleural catheter placement and small bore and standard thoracostomy tube placement

Ultrasonographic and visual identification of intrathoracic anatomy

Diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to common pleural disease problems

Who should attend

Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine, Thoracic Surgery, Hospital Medicine

Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, Fellows

Beginner

*CME credits are subject to change

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Study with the experts. Pass your exam.

Course content follows the ABIM critical care medicine blueprint for the 10-year Maintenance of Certification exam and the LKA.

Cardiovascular Disorders: 17.5%

 

Critical Care Ultrasound Scanning: 2%

 

Gastrointestinal Disorders: 5%

 

Hematologic and Oncologic Disorders: 5.5%

 

Infectious Disease: 12%

 

Neurologic Disorders: 9.5%

 

Pharmacology and Toxicology: 4.5%

 

Pulmonary Disease: 20%

 

Renal, Endocrine, and Metabolic Disorders: 15%

 

Research, Administration, and Ethics: 2%

 

Surgery, Trauma, and Transplantation: 7%

 

Accreditation

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The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) designates this live activity for a maximum of 22.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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CHEST is the first medical association in the United States to receive accreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare.

Meet Your Instructors

CHEST faculty are nationally recognized experts in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine who are trusted, respected clinicians in the chest medicine community. Through immersive learning experiences, our instructors help practitioners deliver exceptional care to their patients.

John Mullon, MD, FCCP, Co-Chair

Critical Care Specialist
Pulmonologist
Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center

Rochester, MN

Hiren J. Mehta, MD, Co-Chair

Professor of Medicine
Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
University of Florida

Gainesville, FL

Abdul H. Alraiyes, MD, FCCP, Faculty

Medical Director
Advocate Medical Group

Park Ridge, IL

Ellen Volker, MD, MSPH, FCCP, Faculty

Professor of Medicine
Section Chief of Interventional Pulmonology
University of Virginia School of Medicine

Charlottesville, VA

Septimiu Murgu, MD, FCCP, Faculty 

Professor of Medicine
Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care
Director, Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship Training Program
Co-Director, Bronchoscopy
University of Chicago 

Chicago, IL

Christine A. Argento, MD, FCCP 

Associate Professor of Medicine
Interventional Pulmonology
Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care
Johns Hopkins University 

Baltimore, MD 

Health and safety information | Attendees are expected to comply with all health and safety requirements in effect at the time of this CHEST event. CHEST reserves the right to adjust requirements and will notify attendees as applicable. Attendees are responsible for checking for updates issued by the state, city, venue, or CHEST before traveling to the location.

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 varies based on your profession. Learn about the benefits of CHEST membership.

Tuition

Physician, doctoral professional, or industry representative

Early bird rate – through October 17

$1,989 Member

$2,319 Nonmember

Regular rate – October 18 or later

$2,089 Member

$2,419 Nonmember

APPs, RTs, in-training, and retirees

Early bird rate – through October 17

$1,399 Member

$1,509 Nonmember

Regular rate – October 18 or later

$1,499 Member

$1,609 Nonmember

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

7 am – 4:20 pm CT

Hands-on Workshops

  • Thoracic Ultrasound/Thoracentesis/Pleural Effusion
  • Thoracic Ultrasound/Simple Aspiration/Pneumothorax  
  • Small Bore/Large Bore Chest Tube Insertion  
  • Tunneled Indwelling Pleural Catheter

Live Interactive Discussions

  • Case-Based Discussion  
  • Jeopardy  

Online Modules

  • Thoracic Ultrasound/Thoracentesis/Pleural Effusion  
  • Thoracic Ultrasound/Simple Aspiration/Pneumothorax  
  • Tunneled Indwelling Pleural Catheter  
  • Pleural Manometry

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