FACULTY

Katherine L. Richards, MD
Pulmonary and Critical Care Staff Physician
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
Houston, Texas

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Veterans face a unique and heightened burden from moderate-to-severe asthma, experiencing worsened morbidity and mortality due to the condition. This grand rounds enduring is designed to equip healthcare professionals in the VA setting with practical, evidence-based strategies to improve care for veteran patients with moderate-to-severe asthma. Through interactive, case-based learning, participants will enhance their understanding of type 2 inflammation, gain proficiency in the use of biologic therapies, and learn to individualize treatment plans to their veteran patients’ needs, all with the goal of improving outcomes for veteran patients with moderate-to-severe asthma.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of pulmonologists, respiratory technicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare providers at the VA involved in the management of veterans with moderate-to-severe asthma.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon the completion of this program, attendees should be able to:

• Outline the role of type 2 inflammation in the complex pathology of asthma
• Apply suitable, evidence-based treatment plans incorporating biologic therapies to manage moderate-to-severe asthma in veteran patients
• Create asthma management plans that include the selection of an optimal appropriate biologic therapy based on veteran patients’ needs and preferences

JOINT ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

In support of improving patient care, Med Learning Group is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

PHYSICIAN CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT

Med Learning Group designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the enduring activity.

NURSES (ANCC) CREDIT DESIGNATION

Med Learning Group designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 ANCC contact hours.

ACCME INNOVATION PARTNER

Med Learning Group (MLG) is proud to be recognized as an ACCME Innovation Partner, leading the way in simplifying CME for physicians. As an Innovation Partner, MLG will be working with the ACCME by submitting credits directly to CME Passport.

PHYSICIAN DISCLAIMER: Upon your acceptance in the evaluation and completion of this CME activity, Med Learning Group will share your completion information and certain personal details (e.g., name, National Provider Identifier, birthdate MM/DD) with the ACCME for inclusion in your CME Passport transcript and, as applicable, reporting to certifying, licensing, or other regulatory authorities you specify.

DISCLOSURE POLICY STATEMENT

In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, educational programs sponsored by Med Learning Group must demonstrate balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor. All faculty, authors, editors, staff, and planning committee members participating in an MLG-sponsored activity are required to disclose any relevant financial interest or other relationship with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) of commercial services that are discussed in an educational activity.

DISCLOSURE OF RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIPS

All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

Content Review

The content of this activity was independently peer reviewed by a physician and nurse reviewer.

Individuals in Control of the Content of the Activity

The individuals in control of the content of this activity have reported the following financial relationships or relationships to products or devices they have with ineligible companies related to the content of this CE activity:

• Matthew Frese, MBA, CEO of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
• Lauren Welch, MA, Sr VP of Operations for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
• Sharine Griggs, Senior Program Manager for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
• Sunali Wadehra, MD, Medical Director for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
• Tom Bregartner, MBA, VP of Accreditation and Outcomes for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
• Dominique Barton, BS, MSN, has nothing to disclose.
• A medical reviewer from CME Peer Review LLC, has nothing to disclose.
• Aimee Meissner, Accreditation and Outcomes Coordinator for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
• Emmanuella Foucault, Associate Program Manager for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.

DISCLOSURE OF UNLABELED USE

Med Learning Group requires that faculty participating in any CE activity disclose to the audience when discussing any unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved for use in the United States.
During this lecture, the faculty may mention the use of medications for both FDA-approved and non-approved indications.

METHOD OF PARTICIPATION

There are no fees for participating and receiving CE credit for this activity.

In order to obtain your certificate for the mentioned accreditation, participants need to successfully complete the associated pre/post activities and evaluation.

Your certificate will be provided as a downloadable file.

DISCLAIMER

Med Learning Group makes every effort to develop CE activities that are science based. This activity is designed for educational purposes. Participants have a responsibility to use this information to enhance their professional development in an effort to improve patient outcomes. Conclusions drawn by the participants should be derived from careful consideration of all available scientific information. The participant should use his/her clinical judgment, knowledge, experience, and diagnostic decision making before applying any information, whether provided here or by others, for any professional use.

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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

Staff will be glad to assist you with any special needs. Please contact Med Learning Group prior to participating at info@medlearninggroup.com

RELEASED DATE: November 21, 2025
EXPIRATION DATE: November 21, 2026

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