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Expressing Support for DEI Within Medical Education: April 19, 2024 - CHEST expresses opposition to H.R. 7725, the Embracing Anti-Discrimination, Unbiased Curricula, and Advancing Truth in Education (EDUCATE) Act, and cites the benefits of DEI in medical education.
Supplemental Oxygen Bill Introduced With CHEST Support: March 08, 2024 - Through collaborative work with legislators and society partners, the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) has been a key player in introducing a new supplemental oxygen bill to Congress.
CHEST Joins Equity and Justice Initiative Started by AMA: February 12, 2024 - CHEST commits to engaging in efforts that will have a meaningful impact on health equity.; See all >

Mentee announced in unique scholarship opportunity: April 16, 2024 - Esha Kapania, MD, will be the mentee for the 2024 APCCMPD and CHEST Medical Educator Scholar Diversity Fellowship, and applications for the 2025 mentor role are open through May 1.
World TB Day 2024: March 21, 2024 - Together with the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, the American College of Chest Physicians is bringing attention to World TB Day.
Accreditation with Commendation Awarded to the American College of Chest Physicians: February 22, 2024 - The American College of Chest Physicians received accreditation with commendation from the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education and reaccreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare.; See all >

Heartfelt Thanks for Your Dedication: Volunteer Appreciation Week: April 21, 2024 - In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Week, CHEST President Jack Buckley and CEO/EVP Robert Musacchio pay tribute to the volunteers who make everything CHEST does possible.
Make Your Mark at the CHEST Kentucky Derby Fundraiser: April 19, 2024 - Doreen Addrizo-Harris, MD, FCCP, explains why she is motivated to give to CHEST philanthropy and the impact of the Kentucky Derby Fundraiser taking place in New York City in May 2024.
Secondhand Smoke May Be Fueling an Increase in Lung Cancer Diagnoses in Chinese American Women: March 14, 2024 - Chien-Ching Li, PhD, MPH, is using CHEST grant funding to increase awareness among Chinese American women about the risks of secondhand smoke.; See all >

My Path for Board Recertification: June 28, 2023 - The Longitudinal Knowledge Assessment option has created new opportunities for recertification. Saadia Faiz, MD, FCCP, shares insights into how she’ll maintain her four board certifications in light of these new options.
Slow Is Smooth and Smooth Is Fast: My Journey in Preparing for My Pulmonary Board Certification: June 28, 2023 - Michele Iguina, MD, explains her path to initial certification and the resources she used to prepare herself for the big exam.
How to Start Your Leadership Journey With CHEST: April 14, 2023 - Network leader Corinne Young, MSN, FNP-C, FCCP, shares her tips for starting your leadership journey with CHEST and just a few of the benefits of volunteering.; See all >