With the first issue of the new year, we are pleased to present to you our most in-depth WABIP Newsletter to date. Follow any of the below images or links to READ MORE.

European Standardization Prospective for Training
(Guest Editorial by Lorenzo Corbetta, MD) Interventional Pulmonology is experiencing a rapid evolution of new technologies. Several international projects are developing standardized training programs, capable of establishing an Ultra Specialty discipline (beyond pulmonary and critical care fellowships, to be organized jointly with volume expert centres) with validated metrics... READ

Robotics in Thoracic Surgery: Myths and Realities
(Technology Corner) Introduction: Robotic Thoracic Surgery has emerged as the most advanced platorm for minimally invasive access to the chest ... READ

Airway Complications After Lung Transplantation
(Tips from the Experts: Michael Machuzak, MD & Laura Frye, MD) Lung transplantation presents a unique challenge when compared to other transplanted organs for a variety of reason ... READ

Proyecto Horizonte
(Humanitarian News) “Proyecto Horizonte” is an initiative between the World Bronchology Foundation and SEPAR Solidaria ... READ

Bronchoscopy Education Project Activity in Serbia
(Education & Training) In September 2017, Dr. Henri Colt, with Doctors Maria Simon and Mihai Olteanu ... READ

WABIP News
New Board of Regents Members, Call for WABIP Vice-Chair Nominations, 2024 WCBIP Host Applications ... READ

Biodegradable and Drug Eluting Airway Stents: It's like a tailored suit, just for you
(Research) Ideal airway stents have been a topic of every major Interventional Pulmonology discussion ... READ

Upcoming Events
IP National Update 2018; Faculty Development Program; Advanced Diagnostic Bronchoscopy Workshop ... READ


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