Lung Transplant 101

In this episode of the APAP podcast, host Haley Hoy, NP and Chair of the APAPP Transplant Committee, discusses the intricacies of lung transplantation with nurse practitioners Sarah Brenza and Elizabeth Olsen. They share their personal journeys into the field, the importance of patient referrals, and what patients can expect during and after the transplant process. The conversation covers the significance of caregiver support, the risks of infection and rejection, and the current survival rates for lung transplant patients. They also emphasize the importance of rehabilitation and staying updated on guidelines for advanced practice providers in the field.Send us Fan MailClaim your 0.5 CME credits for listening to this episode here: https://forms.gle/42yHmF8UpemVhdDJA Visit our website for more APP Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine content and free CMEs www.pulmapp.comFollow us on:Instagram @pulmapps Twitter@pulmapp Facebook @association of pulmonary advance practice providers.