Breathe Strong America

COPD and Sleep Apnea: can I have BOTH?
2023-02-07 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | AdventHealth Hospital Deland (Classroom A), 701 W Plymouth Ave, Deland, FL, 32720, United States
AdventHealth Deland
and Oxygenairians present
COPD and Sleep Apnea: Can I have BOTH?
Tuesday, February 7th, 2023 3:00 PM Eastern

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are two of the most common pulmonary diseases. Unfortunately, they can also occur simultaneously in a phenomenon commonly referred to as Overlap Syndrome, creating twicefold the unpleasant conditions of disordered breathing.
This leads to long-term chronic health problems beyond the lungs (such as diabetes and heart disease) and their associated myriad complications.
The association between COPD as an obstructive lung disorder and OSA as a sleep breathing disorder means a person suffering from both has a compromised respiratory system that cannot even rely on sleeping at night for recovery or relief.

Featuring Educator Dave Henry

Dave Henry, RRT
Dave has over 45 years as a registered respiratory therapist and has worked as a respiratory clinical specialist with pulmonary support groups. Dave has provided clinical support, education programs to patients and CEU programs to RTs. Previous positions included director of cardiopulmonary service, adjunct professor in a respiratory care program, home care and clinical support with a respiratory manufacturing company.

Right2Breathe Pulmonary Chat with Dr. Keith Robinson
2022-11-15 16:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Online
Right2Breathe Pulmonary Chat
Online Support Group
You Are What You Wear
with Dr. Keith Robinson
November 15th, 2022 4:30 PM EST
Dr. Keith Robinson joins the Right2Breathe Pulmonary Chat Group to talk about the latest trends in technology and the opportunities for both the individual and their doctor to make better decisions in managing their COPD. Attendees will get to hear a high level overview of what is out on the market, future technologies in development, ways to talk to their physician and improve their overall COPD management, and much more.
This meeting is brought to you through a partnership with CAIRE, Inc.
Register soon because space is limited.
We hope you’re able to join us!
Registration is FREE, but required in advance.
Please click the link to register.
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Dr. Keith Robinson, MD MS FCCP, is board certified in Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine. He is the Medical Director of Syneos Health since February 2020, and leader of technology-patient centered research for world class health outcomes. Dr. Robinson is also a member of the Baptist Health Quality Network and serves as an Associate Clinical Professor at Florida International University, Wertheim College of Medicine in Miami, Florida.

Better Breathers Club Apopka: Sleep Solutions
2022-11-11 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Altamonte Hospital – Chatlos, 601 E Altamonte Dr, , FL, Altamonte Springs, Florida, 32701
Better Breathers Club Apopka Presents
SLEEP SOLUTIONS
November 11th at 1 pm Eastern
Sleep is so VERY important to our health and unfortunately, those who need it the most often go without. This presentation will give you solutions to improve your sleep and, better sleep means better health. The speaker, Deborah Koniuszy, is a registered respiratory therapist with many years of experience. She grew up in Florida, graduated from UCF with her BS degree, was the RT Supervisor at Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia, RT at Florida Hospital, Winter Park (now Advent Health Winter Park) for 10 years serving all departments including running the pulmonary rehab department, RT at Advent Health, Orlando, Pulmonary Rehab and most recently, Lead Therapist at Advent Health Altamonte Springs Pulmonary Rehab. Please join us to hear what she has to say and perhaps go to bed this night with new found ways to find restful sleep and improved health.

PN Medical Virtual Breather Training
2022-11-03 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | NJ
Strengthen your respiratory muscles for healthier breathing

You’re invited to join us virtually on Tuesday, November 8th at 1 pm EST for Respiratory Muscle Training!
Our clinical team will show you exactly how to master Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT) using THE BREATHER so you can ease your symptoms and strengthen your breathing.
You’re invited to join us virtually on Tuesday, November 8th at 1 pm EST for Respiratory Muscle Training!
Our clinical team will show you exactly how to master Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT) using THE BREATHER so you can ease your symptoms and strengthen your breathing.
IN THIS TRAINING, YOU WILL LEARN:
RMT: Find out what’s happening to your respiratory system when you train with THE BREATHER
RMW: Respiratory Muscle Weakness & why it’s a big deal
Tips: The key to success is to train “IN THE ZONE”
Setbacks: How to come back strong from sickness or injury
Shortcuts: Access our most effective & popular DIY videos, downloads, and BREATHER COACH App
Q&As: Ask our clinicians anything at the end of your session
Don’t forget to invite your family and friends to join you! This training is open to everyone—including new, experienced, and future Breather users.

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Meet The Presenter

Elizabeth (Betsy) Page
MA, CCC/SLP, PN Medical Master Clinician
Betsy has been a Speech-Language Pathologist since 2005. She is a graduate of the University of Central Florida and has experience in various adult rehabilitation settings. Betsy promotes an interdisciplinary approach to medical-based rehabilitation assessment and treatment. She is a leader in her field and has enjoyed great outcomes working with those impacted by Respiratory Muscle Weakness among various other medical conditions and functional limitations. Betsy has a passion for clinical program development, implementation, and education.

Smoky Mountain Symposium
2022-11-02 - 2022-11-04 | Online
13th Annual Smoky Mountain Symposium
November 2-4th, 2022
Encore Healthcare hosts the annual Smoky Mountain Symposium in the foothills of the beautiful Smoky Mountains in Pigeon Forge, TN. This annual event is the premier continuing education of the south. Respiratory, sleep, and nurse professionals can get all 12 CEUs including both ethics and safety courses. The goal of this conference is to provide relevant and timely information that can elevate your career now and in the near future.
We provide continuing education opportunities for Respiratory Therapists & Sleep Technicians. Our courses are approved by the American Association for Respiratory Care and American Association of Sleep Technologists.
Location: Ramsey Hotel & Convention Center
3230 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37863
or attend virtually from your location!
Click here to learn more and to register!

COPD Foundation Event: Can COPD be Genetic?
2022-10-12 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Online
COPD Foundation Presents

Can COPD be Genetic? What Every Clinician Needs to Know
Wednesday, October 12th, 2022 2:00 PM EDT

Are you a primary care or family medicine physician, PA, NP, or other health care professional interested in learning more about Genetic COPD? Join the COPD Foundation for an informative session Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022, at 2 p.m. EDT.
Hear from Brian Smith, MD, Christina Hunt, BS, RRT-NPS, and Mike Hess, MPH, RRT, RPFT, about how to detect and support patients with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Join us on Facebook Oct. 12 at 2 p.m. EDT to learn from these experts.

Register now for the event

AdventHealth Apopka Better Breathers Club October 2022
2022-10-07 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Advent Health Apopka, 2100 Ocoee Apopka Rd,, Apopka, FL, 32703, United States
AdventHealth Apopka Better Breathers Club Presents

The Ins and Outs of Pulmonary Fibrosis
with Kelly Good
Friday, October 7th, 2022 1:00 PM EST

It’s time for Advent Health Apopka’s Better Breathers meeting and we can’t wait to see you again!
The date is Friday, October 7th, 2022 from 1 pm to 2:30 pm.
RSVP by calling 407-609-7204 by Thursday, Oct. 6th at 3 pm.
For those who are new to Better Breathers, it is an educational support group meeting. During a meeting, we usually have a light snack and have a guest speaker that addresses a topic that is apropos for those living with lung disease, and then end with a game and a prize winner.
But to say that is all there is to Better Breathers would be such an injustice. It is a time of connecting, enjoyment and laughter, refocusing on what really matters, sharing with and learning from others, becoming more aware and able to address your lung condition, and an excellent resource in your life’s journey.

Moving Mountains Lung Health Conference 2022
2022-10-01 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | PPA Event Center, 2105 Decatur St., Denver, CO, 80211
October 1st, 2022 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
PPA Event Center 2105 Decatur St. Denver, CO 80211
Since October of 2003, the Colorado Lung Health Connection and the American Lung Association in Colorado have partnered together to host the Thomas L. Petty, MD Moving Mountains Lung Health Conference.
This annual conference brings together Coloradans and their caregivers living with lung disease to learn from local experts on treatments, research and living life to its fullest with lung disease.
We are thrilled to be able to host the Conference in person this year. Please join us on October 1st at the PPA Event Center for a day of learning and connection.
This Year’s Topics and Speakers:

Keeping You and Your Home Respiratory Equipment Healthy Stacy Page, BS, RRT
Traveling with Oxygen Konstantin Grey, VP, OxiMedical Respiratory
Patient Panel An audience favorite year after year

When: October 1, 2022 9:00 am 3:00 pm
Where: PPA Event Center 2105 Decatur St. Denver, CO 80211
Cost: $15 per ticket includes light breakfast and lunch

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Pulmonary Support Group Meeting - Breathe Strong Seven Step Plan
2022-09-06 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Phoenix) | Online
Breathe Strong America presents
The Seven Step Action Plan
September 6th, 2022 1:30 PM MST / 4:30 PM EST

Breathe Strong’s own Bob Sobkowiak, RRT and Dave Henry, RRT will be presenting the Breathe Strong seven step action plan towards better breathing, explaining strategies, treatments and techniques. They will let everyone know that these comprehensive guides are available to them for free. They will show participants how they can access the vast array of information and support on the website. A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Marilyn will be on vacation, but she hopes you enjoy this informative presentation!

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 1:30 pm MST on 9/6

Presented by Bob Sobkowiak and Dave Henry

Bob Sobkowiak, RRT, TTS
Bob is a former US Air Force Medic, training as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Ohio and California. For over 40 years Bob has served in Clinical Acute Care, Management, Education, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Home Care, and as a Community Volunteer for the ALA and the COPD Foundation. Since 2010 Bob has served as a Florida COPD Coalition Coordinator, and is currently a Florida COPD State Captain, and Coordinator for Breathe Strong America.

Dave Henry, RRT
Dave has over 45 years as a registered respiratory therapist and has worked as a respiratory clinical specialist with pulmonary support groups. Dave has provided clinical support, education programs to patients and CEU programs to RTs. Previous positions included director of cardiopulmonary service, adjunct professor in a respiratory care program, home care and clinical support with a respiratory manufacturing company.

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Right2Breathe Pulmonary Chat - Managing COPD
2022-08-30 16:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Advantage Therapy Center, 1998 Marlton Pike E, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Right2Breathe Pulmonary Chat
Online Support Group
Managing COPD
August 30, 2022 4:30 PM EST

A Pulmonary Chat special invitation to Temple Lung & Advantage Therapy Centers online and in-person
Right2Breathe has partnered with the Temple Lung Center and the Advantage Therapy team as they talk about treatment options available to help manage your COPD and why Pulmonary Rehab is a key component.
You will hear from pulmonary experts who work every day to help provide quality care for patients with COPD. You will also hear from patients like you about how they’re managing their condition.
This event will be a combination of in-person at the Advantage Therapy Center in Cherry Hill, NJ and also virtual via Zoom.
IMPORTANT NOTE for regular Pulmonary Chat members: this Zoom is hosted by Temple Lung and Advantage Therapy so it will be a DIFFERENT LINK THAN NORMAL. Please be sure to use the link that will be provided with your tickets and/or in the email reminders that will be sent to you.
In-person:
Advantage Therapy Center, 1998 Marlton Pike E, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Virtually
Zoom link will be on your tickets as well as emailed to you.
Be sure to join us and register now!
Join us for Pulmonary Chat & The Lung Center at Temple Health present: Managing COPD, August 30, 2022 at 4:30 PM.
Register soon because space is limited.
We hope you’re able to join us!
Registration is FREE, but required in advance.
Please click the link to register.

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Allergy & Asthma Network Free Webinar - Biologics Basics
2022-08-25 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Allergy & Asthma Network
Free Webinar
Biologics Basics: The Type 2 Connection
August 25, 2022 4:00 PM EST

What are biologic medications? What do they do and what chronic diseases do they treat? Hear from James Tracy, MD, as he walks us through a comprehensive overview of biologic medications with a focus on how they address Type 2 inflammation.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Registration is FREE. Click below for more info and to register.

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PN Medical Breather Training
2022-08-09 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Phoenix) | Online
Learn from experts how to strengthen your
respiratory muscles for healthier breathing

You’re invited to PN Medical’s next complimentary Respiratory Muscle Training segment happening on August 9th at 1 PM EST!
Join their clinical team and master Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT) using THE BREATHER so you can ease your symptoms and positively impact your quality of life.
WHEN YOU ATTEND THIS TRAINING, YOU WILL LEARN:
RMT: Find out what’s happening to your respiratory system when you train with THE BREATHER
RMW: Learn about Respiratory Muscle Weakness & why it’s a big deal
Tips: The key to success is to train “IN THE ZONE”
Setbacks: How to come back strong from sickness or injury
Shortcuts: Access our most effective & popular DIY videos, downloads, and BREATHER COACH App
Q&As: Ask our clinicians anything at the end of your session
We hope you invite your family and friends to join you! This training is open to everyone—including new, experienced, and future Breather users.

Register Now

Meet The Presenter

Elizabeth (Betsy) Page
MA, CCC/SLP, PN Medical Master Clinician

Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting - Exercise and Your Health
2022-08-02 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Phoenix) | Online
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting
Exercise and Your Health
August 2nd, 2022 1:30 PM MST
Breathe Strong is proud to partner with author and educator Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. on her informative and helpful online support group meetings. This month she welcomes Ruben Garcia, MS, exercise physiologist and president of the AACVPR, who works in cardiac and pulmonary settings. He will present some up to date info on the impact of lung disease on muscle development along with strategies and value of both aerobic and anaerobic exercise on your lungs and on your overall health. He will talk about the fast twitch and slow twitch muscle fibers, affecting energy levels and your ability to lift and carry weight.

It is normal to slough off on our exercise especially when we feel tired, the weather is too hot, and our schedules are just too busy. That is why it is important to hear what Ruben has to say about what is going on in our bodies and what impact certain types of exercise can have on our energy level, our breathing and our overall wellbeing.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 1:30 pm on 8/2
Hosted by Marilyn Klingler

Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. is a nurse and a health educator who has practiced nursing for 40 years in several specialties including intensive care, emergency, cardiac and pulmonary specialties. She has given presentations at hospital and community groups throughout Arizona and is the author of Triumph Over Lung Disease.

Right2Breathe Pulmonary Chat - Evidence Based Routines
2022-07-26 16:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Right2Breathe Pulmonary Chat
Online Support Group
Top 5 Evidence Based Routines
for People Living with Lung Disease
with Dr. Muthu
July 26, 2022 4:30 PM EST

Prashanth Muthukrishnan, MD (Dr. Muthu), practicing physician associated with the WV University Medical system, will share his Top 5 Evidence Based practices that improve the quality of life for people living with breathing related conditions. Some of the topics will include nutrition, movement, and mindfulness.
Dr. Muthu brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our group. Don’t miss out on this informative meeting.
Registration is FREE, but required in advance.
Please click the link to register.

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Allergy & Asthma Network Free Webinar - COPD Phenotypes
2022-07-26 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Allergy & Asthma Network
Free Webinar
COPD Phenotypes
July 26, 2022 4:00 PM EST

What are unique characteristics of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)? What management strategies are most effective for patients? Get an in-depth look at COPD with pulmonologist Vickram Tejwani, MD, of the Cleveland Clinic.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. If you are unable to attend, still register! You will be sent a link to the on-demand recording. CME and CNE are available for this webinar (CNE available for a reasonable cost)
Registration is FREE. Click below for more info and to register.

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Northside Better Breathers Club Meeting July
2022-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Northside Hospital Better Breathers Club

Guest Speaker
Bob Sobkowiak
From Breathe Strong America

Monday, July 11th 2022 1:30 PM EST

Bob Sobkowiak from Breathe Strong America will be appearing at the Northside Hospital Better Breathers Club Virtual Meeting, facilitated by Amanda Collins, to give an update about Breathe Strong America and all the latest information about lung health. Please join us for this informative update.

You can join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/593884541
You can also dial in using your phone.
(For supported devices, tap a one-touch number below to join instantly.)
United States: +1 (669) 224-3412
– One-touch: tel:+16692243412,,593884541#
Access Code: 593-884-541
You can connect from your browser, or use the GoTo app. Download now before the meeting starts! https://meet.goto.com/install

Bob Sobkowiak, RRT, TTS
Bob is a former US Air Force Medic, trained as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Ohio and California. For over 40 years Bob has served in Clinical Acute Care, Management, Education, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Home Care, and as a Community Volunteer for the ALA and the COPD Foundation. Since 2010 Bob has served as a Florida COPD Coalition Coordinator, and is currently a Florida COPD State Captain, and Coordinator for Breathe Strong America.

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Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting - Communicating Effectively
2022-07-05 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Phoenix) | Online
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting
Communicating Effectively
July 5th, 2022 1:30 PM MST
Breathe Strong is proud to partner with author and educator Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. on her informative and helpful online support group meetings. This month she welcomes Jane Martin, respiratory therapist, consultant, speaker, educator and author of Live Your Life With COPD – 52 weeks of Health Happiness and Hope.

She will be talking about “Communicating Effectively with your Doctor, Family, Friends, and even with Strangers.”

· Is it possible to tell your doctor everything you should, talk together about it, then leave the office understanding what you’re supposed to do between then and your next appointment?
· Have you ever had a conversation with someone close to you and found yourself thinking, “That’s not what I meant!” Do you find it hard to ask for help when you can no longer do something on your own? Do others rush over to help you before you can accomplish a task on your own? Have you ever avoided asking for help, pushing through on a task to the point of exhaustion?
· Have you ever been out and about when a person—a stranger to you—stared at you and your supplemental oxygen?

We will talk about barriers to effective communication and how you can overcome them.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 1:30 pm on 7/5
Hosted by Marilyn Klingler

Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. is a nurse and a health educator who has practiced nursing for 40 years in several specialties including intensive care, emergency, cardiac and pulmonary specialties. She has given presentations at hospital and community groups throughout Arizona and is the author of Triumph Over Lung Disease.

Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting - Choosing the Right Portable Oxygen Concentrator
2022-06-07 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Phoenix) | Online
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting
Choosing the Right Portable Oxygen
June 7th, 2022 1:30 PM MST
Breathe Strong is proud to partner with author and educator Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. on her informative and helpful online support group meetings. This month she welcomes Larry from OxiMedical who will present about Portable Oxygen Concentrators.
Deciding which portable concentrator is the right one depends on so many factors; the weight, the flow rate, the price, whether it is continuous or pulse, the length of battery power, the warranty, etc. There are so many to choose from it is difficult to determine what might work best.
Larry has been in the business a long time and knows these concentrators in detail. Not only is he a great source for information but he is also a support person if you run across a problem. He is the one who can give you the answers that you need.
If you use oxygen or think you may in the future need oxygen, or you simply want to give your patients the right information in helping them choose what is the best for them, you will want to be at this meeting.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 1 pm on 6/7
Hosted by Marilyn Klingler

Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. is a nurse and a health educator who has practiced nursing for 40 years in several specialties including intensive care, emergency, cardiac and pulmonary specialties. She has given presentations at hospital and community groups throughout Arizona and is the author of Triumph Over Lung Disease.

Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting - Living With IPF
2022-05-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Phoenix) | Online
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting
Living With IPF
May 3rd, 2022 1:00 PM MST
Breathe Strong is proud to partner with author and educator Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. on her informative and helpful online support group meetings. This month she will be discussing home and oxygen safety.

For our support group meeting we will be watching a couple of short videos from Breathe Strong America and then discussing them as a group.
We will be inspired by a man who shares his story about living with IPF.
We will also be learning about how important communication, sharing and even intimacy is in our lives and how we can continue to feel complete and alive, despite our lung issues.
I think that you will definitely be impacted by the event and I do hope that you are able to make it.
Looking forward to seeing and connecting with you next Tuesday at 1:30!

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 1 pm on 5/3
Hosted by Marilyn Klingler

Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. is a nurse and a health educator who has practiced nursing for 40 years in several specialties including intensive care, emergency, cardiac and pulmonary specialties. She has given presentations at hospital and community groups throughout Arizona and is the author of Triumph Over Lung Disease.

Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting - Home and Oxygen Safety
2022-04-05 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Phoenix) | Online
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting
Home and Oxygen Safety
April 5th, 2022 1:00 PM MST
Breathe Strong is proud to partner with author and educator Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. on her informative and helpful online support group meetings. This month she will be discussing home and oxygen safety.
There are over 358,000 accidental home fires each year in the US.
In 2020, an estimated 156,300 preventable injury-related deaths occurred in homes and communities, or about 78% of all preventable injury-related deaths.
Every four days, someone has an oxygen related injury.
The key word is preventable. How can we be safe and be prepared in case something does happen?
Mesa Fire and Medical will be joining us to share some important information on how to be safe, prepared, and proactive in preventing injuries at home.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 1 pm on 4/5
Hosted by Marilyn Klingler

Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. is a nurse and a health educator who has practiced nursing for 40 years in several specialties including intensive care, emergency, cardiac and pulmonary specialties. She has given presentations at hospital and community groups throughout Arizona and is the author of Triumph Over Lung Disease.

Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting - Self Development Through Learning
2022-03-01 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Phoenix) | Online
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting
Self Development Through Learning
March 1st, 2022 1:00 PM MST
Breathe Strong is proud to partner with author and educator Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. on her informative and helpful online support group meetings.

This month’s support group meeting is going to be on the opportunities for self development through learning via the senior college programs at Maricopa Community College in Phoenix, Arizona. It is an opportunity for all patients to recognize the educational enrichment resources in their own communities. Sometimes we never find out about affordable learning opportunities in our communities so it would be worthwhile for anyone to log on, even if they are not from the Phoenix area. You can still sign up for a huge number of classes that are virtual and very connecting, dynamic, engaging, refreshing!

We have a wonderful speaker who will share some incredible opportunities for each of us to learn, grow, discover, enjoy. Easy, adaptable, and certainly life enhancing! There will be time for questions at the end. You can join us on Zoom from your computer at home or your phone if you are on the go.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 1 pm on 3/1
Hosted by Marilyn Klingler

Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. is a nurse and a health educator who has practiced nursing for 40 years in several specialties including intensive care, emergency, cardiac and pulmonary specialties. She has given presentations at hospital and community groups throughout Arizona and is the author of Triumph Over Lung Disease.

Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting
2022-02-01 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Phoenix) | Online
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group Meeting
Self Motivation
February 1st, 2022 1:00 PM MST
Breathe Strong is proud to partner with author and educator Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. on her informative and helpful online support group meetings.
We will be discussing how we can get our drive back. Sometimes, after a setback, maybe health-wise or pandemic related, we may find ourselves sinking into a laissez-faire attitude about caring for ourselves, our exercise program or our nutrition, or maybe reaching out to others. How do we access that drive and how can we jumpstart our motivation to move us forward to be the best we can be? Feel free to share your feedback on how you get moving forward and what your priorities are.
Please invite any and all friends and family who you think might benefit from connecting with others dealing with breathing issues.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 1 pm on2/1

Hosted by Marilyn Klingler

Marilyn Klingler RN, B.S., M.Ed. is a nurse and a health educator who has practiced nursing for 40 years in several specialties including intensive care, emergency, cardiac and pulmonary specialties. She has given presentations at hospital and community groups throughout Arizona and is the author of Triumph Over Lung Disease.

TOWN TALKS: Lessons for Healthy New Year
2021-12-16 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Online
TOWN TALKS
Lessons for Healthy New Year
December 16, 2021 4:00pm EST / 1:00pm PST
Join us online for a FREE educational webinar! Hear important information about living with COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and other lung health issues. Have your lung health questions answered by experts and hear compelling stories from patient advocates. Learn how you can live, be healthy and thrive!
For this session, we are joined by pulmonary expert and author Jane Martin BA, CRT, who will discuss good news, bad news, and challenges faced by those with COPD and other chronic lung disease in 2021. Patients and respiratory therapists will talk about lessons learned and how we can move forward to a better 2022! We will also be joined by patient advocates Karen Deitemeyer and Mary Erickson, who will share their insights of their lung health journeys.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 4 pm EDT on 8/28

Jane M. Martin, BA, CRT, is a respiratory therapist with over 35 years of experience, and an educator dedicated to working towards effective patient education to improve the quality of life in individuals impacted by COPD.

Jane believes that identifying the emotional needs of individuals with COPD is the basis for determining more effective methods of teaching, leading to real learning, lasting change, and long-term effective management of COPD. She recently retired from the COPD Foundation where she served as the Assistant Director of Education. Jane is the author of three books on living with COPD and other chronic lung diseases and has written over 200 articles on living with COPD.

Karen Deitemeyer
Patient Advocate

Mary Erickson
Patient Advocate

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TOWN TALKS: Getting Your Life Back- A Framework
2021-11-18 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Online
TOWN TALKS
Getting Your Life Back – A Framework

November 18, 2021 4:00pm EST / 1:00pm PST
Join us online for a FREE educational webinar! Hear important information about living with COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and other lung health issues. Have your lung health questions answered by experts and hear compelling stories from patient advocates. Learn how you can live, be healthy and thrive!
For this session, we are joined by pulmonary expert and author Jane Martin BA, CRT, who will discuss a framework for coping with COPD. We will also be joined by patient advocates Bob and Barbara Giffin, who will share their insights of their lung health journeys.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 4 pm EDT on 8/28

Jane M. Martin, BA, CRT, is a respiratory therapist with over 35 years of experience, and an educator dedicated to working towards effective patient education to improve the quality of life in individuals impacted by COPD.

Jane believes that identifying the emotional needs of individuals with COPD is the basis for determining more effective methods of teaching, leading to real learning, lasting change, and long-term effective management of COPD. She recently retired from the COPD Foundation where she served as the Assistant Director of Education. Jane is the author of three books on living with COPD and other chronic lung diseases and has written over 200 articles on living with COPD.

Barbara Giffin
Patient Advocate

Bob Giffin
Patient Advocate

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TOWN TALKS: Inhaled Meds/Devices Part 2
2021-10-28 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Online
TOWN TALKS
Inhaled Meds/Devices Part 2Getting The Most for You

October 28, 2021 4:00pm EST / 1:00pm PST
Join us online for a FREE educational webinar! Hear important information about inhaler medication and devices from pulmonary experts – doctors, respiratory therapists, and experienced patient advocates. Have your lung health questions answered by experts and hear compelling stories from patient advocates. Learn how you can live, be healthy and thrive!
For this session, we are joined by pulmonary expert Dr. David Mannino and respiratory therapist Mike Hess, who will discuss important facts about inhalers and how they can help you improve your lung health. We will also be joined by patient advocate Bunny Sheehy, who will share her insights of her lung health journey.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 4 pm EDT on 8/28

Featured Speakers

Dr. David Mannino
Pulmonary Clinician
Kentucky

Mike Hess, RRT
Lung Health Advisor
Michigan

Bunny Sheehy
Patient Advocate
Florida

Moderators

Bob Sobkowiak RRT
Team Educator
Florida

Dave Henry
Team Educator
Florida

Sponsored by

Shell Point Village COPD Support Group Meeting
2021-10-26 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands, 15101 Shell Point Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, 33908, United States
Shell Point Village COPD Support Group
and Breathe Strong America present
Breathe Strong America Update
with Bob Sobkowiak
Tuesday, October 26th 2021 1:30 PM EST
Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands
15101 Shell Point Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33908

Bob Sobkowiak from Breathe Strong America will be appearing at the Shell Point Village COPD Support Group to give an update about Breathe Strong America and all the latest information about lung health. Please join us for this informative update.

Bob Sobkowiak, RRT, TTS
Bob is a former US Air Force Medic, trained as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Ohio and California. For over 40 years Bob has served in Clinical Acute Care, Management, Education, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Home Care, and as a Community Volunteer for the ALA and the COPD Foundation. Since 2010 Bob has served as a Florida COPD Coalition Coordinator, and is currently a Florida COPD State Captain, and Coordinator for Breathe Strong America.

Sponsored by

Moving Mountains Lung Health Conference
2021-10-02 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Thomas L. Petty MD
Moving Mountains Lung Health Conference
October 2nd, 2021 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
PPA Event Center 2105 Decatur St. Denver, CO 80211 (or online)

For 15 years the Colorado Lung Health Connection and the American Lung Association in Colorado have partnered together to host the Thomas L. Petty, MD Moving Mountains Lung Health Conference.
This annual conference brings together Coloradans living with lung disease to learn from local experts on treatments, research and living life to its fullest with lung disease.
Please join us on October 2nd at the PPA Event Center for a day of learning and connection.
You can register today at www.lung.org/movingmountains. Registration is for both online or in-person attendance.
Please see this flyer for more information on this year’s terrific speaker line-up.

TOWN TALKS: What You Need To Know About Inhalers
2021-09-23 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Online
TOWN TALKS
What You Need To Know About Inhalers
September 23, 2021 4:00pm EST / 1:00pm PST
Join us online for a FREE educational webinar! Hear about ways to change your health from pulmonary experts – doctors, respiratory therapists, authors and experienced patient advocates. Have your lung health questions answered by experts and hear compelling stories from patient advocates. Learn how you can live, be healthy and thrive!
For this session, we are joined by pulmonary expert Dr. David Mannino and respiratory therapist Mike Hess, who will discuss important facts about inhalers and how they can help you improve your lung health. Patient Advocate Pat French will discuss how inhalers have worked for her lung health journey.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 4 pm EDT on 9/23

Featured Speakers

Dr. David Mannino
Pulmonary Clinician
Kentucky

Mike Hess, RRT
Lung Health Advisor
Michigan

Pat French
Patient Advocate
Florida

Moderators

Bob Sobkowiak RRT
Team Educator
Florida

Dave Henry
Team Educator
Florida

Sponsored by

TOWN TALKS: The Seven Steps of Action
2021-08-26 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Online
TOWN TALKS
Take Charge of Your Lung Health Journey:
The Seven Steps of Action
August 26, 2021 4:00pm EST / 1:00pm PST

Join us online for a FREE educational webinar! Hear about ways to change your health from pulmonary experts – doctors, respiratory therapists, authors and experienced patient advocates. Have your lung health questions answered by experts and hear compelling stories from patient advocates. Learn how you can live, be healthy and thrive!
For this session, we are joined by Breathe Strong medical advisor Dr. Keith Robinson, who will discuss The Seven Steps and how they pertain to your lung health journey, as well as hearing stories and insights from our patient advocates and moderators.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 4 pm EDT on 8/26

Featured Speakers

Dr. Keith Robinson
Medical Advisor
Florida

Karen Deitermeyer
Patient Advocate
Florida

Mary Erickson
Patient Advocate
Arizona

Moderators

Bob Sobkowiak RRT
Team Educator
Florida

Dave Henry
Team Educator
Florida

Sponsored by

TOWN TALKS: The Seven Healers
2021-07-22 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Online
TOWN TALKS
Take Charge of Your Lung Health Journey:
The Seven Healers
July 22, 2021 4:00pm EST / 1:00pm PST

Join us online for a FREE educational webinar! Hear about ways to change your health from pulmonary experts – doctors, respiratory therapists, authors and experienced patient advocates. Have your lung health questions answered by experts and hear compelling stories from patient advocates. Learn how you can live, be healthy and thrive!
For this session, we are joined by author and pulmonary medicine physician Dr. Scott Conard who will discuss The Seven Healers and how they pertain to your lung health journey, as well as hearing stories and insights from our patient advocates and moderators.

Click Here to Join the Webinar at 4 pm EDT on 7/22

Featured Speakers

Dr. Scott Conard
Author
Texas

Mary Erickson
Patient Advocate
Michigan

Marilyn Klingler
Author
Arizona

Moderators

Bob Sobkowiak RRT
Team Educator
Florida

Dave Henry
Team Educator
Florida

Sponsored by
