For Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) Patients and Doctors

Someone from my ILD group suggested that we check out this site. It seems to be well thought out and interesting.

http://www.pilotforipf.org/index.php

Here is a blurb from the site:

What is PILOT?

PILOT™ is a national education initiative designed to provide physicians with a comprehensive continuing medical education program that focuses on the early and accurate diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) while addressing educational objectives critical to optimizing disease intervention and management.

PILOT™ 2010 Overall Objectives

            Utilize indicators of disease status to diagnose, assess, and manage patients with IPF

            Discuss recent evidence of therapies used in the management of IPF

            Describe important treatment considerations in addressing comorbidities in patients with IPF

            Engage in effective patient communication and collaborative care practices to improve patient understanding and use of ancillary therapies in IPF care

In 2010, PILOT™ will promote IPF awareness in the medical community through the following components:

            Informational booth at ATS

            PILOT™ Compendium

            PILOTforIPF.org Web Site

            CO-PILOT™ Point of Care CME

            CME Peer-to-Peer Dialogue

            PILOT™ Reading Room

            Image Library

                        CME Interactive Cases