Breathing New Life: HRCT and PFTs in ILD with Corinne Young of APAPP

Join RhAPPcast for an essential deep dive into the intersection of rheumatology and pulmonology, featuring Corinne Young, MSN, FNP-C, FCCP, president of the Association of Pulmonary Advanced Practice Providers (APAPP). Hosted by Amanda Mixon, PA-C, president of Rheumatology Advanced Practice Providers (RhAPP), this episode explores the crucial role of high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) and pulmonary function tests (PFTs) in diagnosing and managing interstitial lung disease (ILD)—a complex group of disorders that cause lung scarring and respiratory complications, particularly in patients with autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), systemic sclerosis (scleroderma), and Sjögren’s syndrome.Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a growing concern in rheumatology and pulmonary medicine, with early detection being critical for improving patient outcomes and slowing disease progression. In this episode, we discuss best practices for ILD screening and management, the evolving role of advanced practice providers (APPs) in multidisciplinary care, and how innovative diagnostic tools such as HRCT scans and PFTs are transforming the way we detect and treat autoimmune-related lung diseases.Listeners will gain valuable insights from Corinne Young, a nationally recognized pulmonary care expert who shares her clinical expertise and strategies for optimizing ILD management in both hospital-based and private practice settings across the United States. With a strong focus on APP-led care teams, collaborative treatment models, and emerging research in pulmonology and rheumatology, this discussion is ideal for nurse practitioners (NPs), physician assistants (PAs), and other healthcare professionals specializing in rheumatologic and respiratory diseases.Stay ahead in advanced practice provider education and collaborative care models by tuning into RhAPPcast, your go-to podcast for the latest developments in rheumatology, pulmonology, and multidisciplinary patient management.Visit the RhAPP website or explore additional educational content on the RhAPP ACE App.Know an APP in pulmonology or interested in pulmonology? Registration for the inaugural APAPP National Conference, happening 6/20-6/22/24 in Las Vegas, NV is now open and available here!