Attached are 2 documents pertaining to board preparation and materials that may be helpful in the process The first document is recommended respiratory physiology reading. This is intended to be performed during the PFT rotation along with the required reading for pulmonary function testing and cardiopulmonary exercise testing. The second document is regarding Pulmonary and […]
Author: Michael Lazar
Friday Lecture Mentoring (starting 2026)
There is a new process for Friday Lecture Mentoring (for Lectures in Feb 2026 and later). When these lectures are given by fellows, they will be reaching out to their respective Lecture Mentors at least within 8 weeks of their presentations. Please see the Guidelines that the fellows and mentors should use for these presentations. […]
Ordering a workup for cystic fibrosis
A sweat chloride test and CF genetic testing can be ordered through the Cystic Fibrosis Center at DMC / Children’s Hospital of Michigan Sweat chloride testing: performed at the pediatric CF center Genetic testing: performed at the DMC Adult CF center. To reduce any confusion for the patient, they can call the adult CF clinic, […]
Ultrasound Cleaning, worklist function & exporting images
This document addresses how to clean the MICU Sonosite ultrasound, how to search for a patient and aiding with migrating images Please contact Andrew Bissonette, MD with any questions
Pulmonary / Critical Care Lecture Repository
The Friday afternoon lectures are recorded and stored in this PCCM Sharepoint Drive
Activities Outside Divisional Work
Whether a paid outside activity requires one to take vacation time depends on the activity and the source of payment. Dr. Scher has said that no one is allowed to do industry sponsored talks. Payment for outside activities such as moonlighting, industry sponsored advisory committees, or expert legal work, require that the individual be working […]
MIRANDA Study
Here are some key highlights: While this study presents a fantastic opportunity, recruiting eligible patients will be challenging due to its specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. Please do not hesitate to forward the MRN of any symptomatic COPD patients on triple therapy who have been admitted OR have had two courses of steroids in the […]
Indwelling Pleural Catheter (PleurX/Aspira) Access
There have been some issues with providers accessing Aspira Catheters incorrectly by either using PleurX equipment or needles.These have damaged the Aspira catheters and necessitated their removal. Please view the attached information sheet on proper access.If you are ever unsure, please contact Interventional Pulmonary for guidance
Doximity Dialer Callback Feature
Doximity Dialer is an optional application that is in use for providers and staff who are calling patients and want to provide a standard Caller ID showing a Henry Ford Health phone number and also as a back-up platform for video visits when experiencing technical issues with Epic Video Client. NOW LIVE: After a Doximity […]
Thalamus: PCCM and CCM Interviews
The Pulmonary and Critical Care and Critical Care Fellowship programs will be using a NEW program for interviews starting in 2024 named “Thalamus” (Login) This new program has many advantages: Allows you to use your camera/microphone (similar to Zoom or WebeX) Have direct access to ALL the candidates applications through it (since it pulls all […]