Emphysema Pathogenesis and Target Therapies | Irina Petrache, M.D
2024-03-26 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Flame International, 11330 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90025, United States
You are invited to the Samuel J. Sills, M.D. Distinguished Scholar Lecture!
Emphysema Pathogenesis and Target Therapies | Irina Petrache, M.D.
Join us for a reception, dinner and lecture from notable expert Irina Petrache, MD, Chief, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine; Associate Vice President of Faculty Development, National Jewish Health and President Elect of the American Thoracic Society.

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Sam Sills Distinguished Scholar 2024 – Event | $30.00
Tickets are $30 and can be purchased here.
Fellowship Bundle | $200.00
For $200 purchase a department fellowship bundle! It’s a wonderful opportunity for fellows to attend the lecture and dinner. MAX 10 trainees per hospital.
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Alternatively complimentary tickets are available with a suggested donation to Trudeau Society (as of July 1, 2023) if you have recently donated please email mcarmona@breathesocal.org to get on the event list. To make a donation, visit TrudeauSociety.org.
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$1,000 or greater for practice groups
2,500 for hospitals or health care organizations

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Thanks to Verona Pharma for their support of the 2024 Trudeau Society Lecture Series.
To become a sponsor, contact info@breathesocal.org.
Irina Petrache, MD
Chief, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine; Associate Vice President of Faculty Development, National Jewish Health and President Elect of the American Thoracic Society.

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Lung Health Research Forum | Yuri Matusov, MD, FACP
2024-04-27 08:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Advanced Health Science Pavilion, 127 S. San Vicente Blvd. PEC-6 & 7, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, United States
You are invited to the California Research Forum on Lung Health!
Lung Health Research Forum | Yuri Matusov, MD, FACP
Join us at the annual California Research Forum on Lung Health which presents local researchers as they share strategies and innovations related to clinical and scientific pulmonary and respiratory health.
Research abstracts are selected by the Trudeau Society’s Scientific Review Committee, and after presentations by the researchers, the leading oral/poster presentations receive awards. We look forward to highlighting the best evidence-based research among some of California’s leading and emerging researchers.
Saturday, April 27, 2024
8:00 am – 1:30 pm PDT
Box lunch provided.
EVENT LOCATION:
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Advanced Health Science Pavilion
127 S. San Vicente Blvd., PEC-6 & 7
Los Angeles, CA 90048
The pavilion is located at 127 S. San Vicente Boulevard between 3rd Street and Gracie Allen Drive. Valet parking and self-parking are available in the Pavilion Parking lot, located on Sherbourne Drive between West 3rd Street and Gracie Allen Drive. Park in the Gold Zone (Levels B2 and B3) and take the Gold Parking elevators to the Plaza Level. When you exit the elevators, turn left and follow the signs to PEC 6 & 7. For parking rates and hours of operation, please visit cedars-sinai.org/parking. Take a photo of your parking spot location to help find your parked car.

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$1,000 or greater for practice groups
2,500 for hospitals or health care organizations

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Cell Based Therapies for ARDS | Michael A. Matthay, MD
2024-06-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
LOMA LINDA University in association with Breathe Southern California and Trudeau Society Present: Philip Gold, M.D.Distinguished Scholar Lecture: Virtual Online
Cell Based Therapies for ARDS
Michael Matthay, MD, Director of the Critical Care Medicine ‐ University of California San Francisco
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About The Speaker
Michael A. Matthay, MD is a Professor of Medicine and Anesthesia at the University of California at San Francisco and a Senior Associate at the Cardiovascular Research Institute. He is Associate Director of the Critical Care Medicine Training in the Department of Medicine and Associate Director of the Intensive Care Unit. He received his AB from Harvard University and his MD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Dr. Matthay received clinical training in Internal Medicine at the University of Colorado from and in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine from the University of California at San Francisco. He also received research training from the Cardiovascular Physiology Laboratory, University of Colorado and the Cardiovascular Research Institute.
Research Interests: Dr. Matthay’s basic research is focused on active ion and water transport mechanisms that account for the resolution of pulmonary edema as well as mechanisms that account for alveolar epithelial repair after acute lung injury. The studies are carried out in several in vivo and in vitro models. Dr. Matthay’s clinical research is focused on the mechanisms that account for the pathogenesis and resolution of clinical acute lung injury and pulmonary edema. His laboratory has approximately 5-6 fellows with a mixture of PhD and MD fellows with weekly research conferences that include both basic and clinical research topics. He also has directed several phase 2 and 3 clinical trials supported by the NIH including ARDS Net and the PETAL networks and been an Investigator for several trials in COVID-19 and sepsis. He has a major time commitment to training residents, fellows and junior faculty for a career in academic medicine.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

Discuss the mechanisms by which mesenchymal stromal cells can reduce lung injury in pre‐clinical studies
Review results of clinical trials for classical ARDS and COVID‐19 ARDS
Consider the steps forward to find the treatment responsive sub‐groups of ARDS patients for mesenchymal cells or mesenchymal cell‐derived treatments

Accreditation Statement:
The Loma Linda University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education ﴾ACCME﴿ to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Disclosure Statement
This program has been planned and implemented in accordance with ACCME essentials and standards. The Loma Linda University School of Medicine Office of Continuing Medical Education relies on its CME faculty to provide program content that is free of commercial bias. Therefore, in accordance with ACCME standards, any faculty and/or provider industry relationships will be disclosed and resolved.
Credit Designation:
The Loma Linda University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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Advances in Biologics for Treating Asthma | Dr. Jonathan Corren M.D, FCCP, FAASM
2024-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 UTC

The 15th Annual Pacific Coast Lung Health Conference
2024-12-07 07:00 - 15:30 UTC | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Advanced Health Science Pavilion, 127 S. San Vicente Blvd. PEC-6 & 7, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, United States

Neutrophils and Severe Respiratory Infections: Striking the Goldilocks Balance in a Finicky Cell | Dr. Jane Deng
2025-02-27 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Flame International, 11330 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90025, United States
You are invited to the first event of the 2025 Trudeau Society Lecture Series!
Join Trudeau Society & UCLA for a Reception, Dinner, and Lecture from renowned pulmonary expert Dr. Jane Deng, Associate Professor of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, on February 27th at Flame International
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased here.
Alternatively, tickets are complimentary with a suggested donation to Trudeau Society (as of July 1, 2023) of:

$250 or greater for individuals
$1,000 or greater for practice groups
2,500 for hospitals or health care organizations

To make a donation, visit Click Here.
If donations are made – email mcarmona@breathesocal.org to get on the event list.
Event Program

6:00 p.m. Registration and Reception
6:30 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Dr. Jane Deng speaks on “Neutrophils and Severe Respiratory Infections: How to Goldilocks a Finicky Cell”
8:00 p.m Closing Remarks
8:30 p.m. Wrap Up

To become a sponsor, contact info@breathesocal.org.
Biography of Dr. Jane Deng
Dr. Jane Deng is an Associate Professor in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. A California native, she is a graduate of the Joint Medical Program at UC-Berkeley and UC-San Francisco, where she earned her M.S. and M.D. degrees, respectively. She then did her residency training in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of Michigan. She was faculty at UCLA 2005-2016 before returning to the University of Michigan to assume the role of Section Chief of Pulmonary Medicine at the Ann Arbor VA. She continues to be active clinically and in the lab setting.

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EVENT POSTPONED: The Lung Health Crisis: The Achilles Heel We Didn’t Know We Had
2025-04-08 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Flame International, 11330 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90025, United States
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED
You are invited to second event of Trudeau Society Lecture Series!
Join Trudeau Society & UCLA for a Reception, Dinner, and Lecture from renowned pulmonary expert Dr. Meilan Han, Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Divisions of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of Michigan Health, on April 8th at Flame International.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased here.
Alternatively, tickets are complimentary with a suggested donation to Trudeau Society (as of July 1, 2023) of:

$250 or greater for individuals
$1,000 or greater for practice groups
2,500 for hospitals or health care organizations

To make a donation, visit Click Here.
If donations are made – email mcarmona@breathesocal.org to get on the event list.
Event Program

6:00 p.m. Registration and Reception
6:30 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Dr. MeiLan Han speaks on “The Lung Health Crisis: The Achilles Heel We Didn’t Know We Had“
8:00 p.m Closing Remarks
8:30 p.m. Wrap Up

To become a sponsor, contact info@breathesocal.org.
Biography of Dr. MeiLan Han
MeiLan Han, MD MS, is a Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of Michigan Health. Dr. Han received her medical degree from the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Michigan. Dr. Han has also completed a Master’s Degree program in Biostatistics and Clinical Study Design at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. Dr. Han’s research has focused on defining phenotypes in COPD using imaging. She is a lead investigator for several NIH sponsored COPD studies. She also serves on the scientific advisory committees for both the COPD Foundation and American Lung Association, the board for the COPD Foundation and serves as a spokesperson for the American Lung Association. She is currently a Deputy Editor for the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. She is also a member of the Global Obstructive Lung Disease scientific committee which is charged with developing internationally an internationally recognized consensus statement on COPD diagnosis and management.

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2025 California Research Forum
2025-04-26 07:30 - 14:00 UTC | USC Elaine Stevely Hoffman Medical Research Center, 2011 Zonal Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90089, United States
2025 California Research Forum on Lung Health
Join us for an enlightening event focused on the latest advancements in lung health research!
Connect with leading professionals and hear presentations from esteemed researchers who are pioneering new studies in lung health.
Discover groundbreaking findings that could redefine treatments and improve patient outcomes.
USC Elaine Stevely Hoffman Medical Research Center – Hastings Auditorium2011 Zonal Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90089
SATURDAYAPRIL 26, 20257:30 AM – 2:00 PM

7 AM – Registration

7:30 AM – Opening Remarks

RSVP: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/the-lung-health-research-forum

Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding and engagement in lung health.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Philip Gold Lecture 2026 – Pulmonary Sarcoidosis: Diagnosis & Management
2025-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Virtual Zoom Meeting
The Philip Gold, M.D., Distinguished Scholar Lecture
Join us online for the 2025 Philip Gold, M.D. Distinguished Scholar Lecture, hosted by Loma Linda University in partnership with Breathe Southern California and the Trudeau Society.
Featuring Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, this lecture will focus on Pulmonary Sarcoidosis: Diagnosis & Management. Dr. Dasgupta specializes in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine and currently serves as Associate Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency at Huntington Health and Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at UC Irvine. CME credit provided.
VIRTUAL CONFERENCE ROOMLearning Format: ONLINE
WEDNESDAYJune 10th, 202612:00 PM – 1:00 PM
RSVP: https://bit.ly/philipgold

Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding and engagement in lung health.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Philip Gold Lecture 2025 – COPD Truths with Dr. Samuel Louie | Breathe SoCal
2025-08-20 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Virtual Zoom Meeting
The Philip Gold, M.D., Distinguished Scholar Lecture – Virtual
Join us online for the 2025 Philip Gold, M.D. Distinguished Scholar Lecture, hosted by Loma Linda University in partnership with Breathe Southern California and the Trudeau Society.
Featuring Dr. Samuel Louie, Professor Emeritus at UC Davis, this grand rounds lecture will explore the persistent myths surrounding COPD, the asthma-COPD overlap, and patient-centered approaches to care. CME credit provided.
USC Elaine Stevely Hoffman Medical Research Center – Hastings Auditorium2011 Zonal Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90089
WEDNESDAYAUGUST 20, 202512:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding and engagement in lung health.
We look forward to seeing you there!

The 16th Annual Pacific Coast Lung Health Conference
2025-11-09 07:00 - 15:00 UTC | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Advanced Health Science Pavilion, 127 S. San Vicente Blvd. PEC-6 & 7, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, United States
“Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment of Interstitial Lung Disease.”
Join us for an extraordinary day of education, engaging presentations and expert speakers as we dive into our 16th year of the Annual Pacific Coast Lung conference, where the the brightest minds come together to discuss and explore innovative solutions and care in lung health.
Featuring our Keynote Speaker, Dr. Paul W. Noble is a highly distinguishes physician with a long-standing focus on interstitial lung disease (ILD( and pulmonary fibrosis.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Advanced Health Sciences Pavillion 127 S. San Vicente Boulevard, between 3rd Street and Gracie Allen Drive
SUNDAYNovember 9th, 20257:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Register now for the 16th Annual Pacific Coast Lung Health Conference at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on November 9, 2025. Learn about the latest advances in interstitial lung disease diagnosis and treatment from keynote speaker Dr. Paul W. Noble.

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Daniel Simmons, M.D., Distinguished Scholar Lecture Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: A Disease in Search of a Cause
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | TBA
Daniel Simmons, M.D., Distinguished Scholar Lecture
February, 12th 2025 6:00-8:30pm
Through the Prism: Identifying Treatable Phenotypes in ARDS and Sepsis
by Dr. Lorraine B. Ware
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Biography:
Dr. Lorraine B. Ware is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Allergy, Pulmonary, and Critical Care Medicine within the Department of Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She cares for critically ill patients in the Vanderbilt Medical Intensive Care Unit where she is passionate about providing outstanding patient care and training the next generation of pulmonary and critical care physicians. She has a particular interest in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and sepsis.
Dr. Ware’s lab does basic, translational and clinical research on the role of the alveolar epithelium in the pathogenesis and resolution of acute lung injury and the ARDS. Her current projects include studies of the role of cell-free hemoglobin in the pathogenesis of lung epithelial injury in acute lung injury, investigation of the role of alveolar epithelium in modulating intra-alveolar fibrin deposition in the injured lung, translational studies of biomarkers for diagnosis and prognosis in acute lung injury, and studies of donor management for lung transplantation.
Education:
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Positions and Scientific Appointments
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Daniel Simmons, M.D., Distinguished Scholar Lecture Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: A Disease in Search of a Cause
2026-03-18 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Flame International, 11330 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90025, United States
Samuel J. Sills, M.D., Distinguished Scholar Lecture
March, 18th 2026 6:00-8:30pm
The Lung Health Crisis: The Achilles Heel
We Didn’t Know We Had
by Dr. Meilan K. Han
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Biography:
Dr. MeiLan Han is a Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of Michigan Health. She earned her medical degree from the University of Washington, Seattle, WA. Dr. Han completed her residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Michigan. She also completed a Master’s Degree program in Biostatistics and Clinical Study Design at the University of Michigan School of Public Health.
Dr. Han’s research focuses on defining COPD phenotypes using imaging. She serves on the board for the COPD Foundation, is a spokesperson for the American Lung Association, and is currently a Deputy Editor for the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. She also contributes as a member of the Global Obstructive Lung Disease scientific committee and is the author of Breathing Lesson, a book on lung health.
Trudeau Society is a program of Breathe Southern California, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.Donations are tax-deductible.
Contact Kelly Vuong kvuong@breathesocal.org with any questions.

2026 California Research Forum
2026-04-25 07:30 - 14:00 UTC | USC Elaine Stevely Hoffman Medical Research Center, 2011 Zonal Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90089, United States
2026 California Research Forum on Lung Health
Join us for the 2026 California Research Forum on Lung Health.
An outstanding day of presentations you won’t want to miss!
Keynote Speaker: Jane C. Fazio, MD, PhD, UCLA Geffen School of Medicine. Speaking on “The Emergence of Silicosis among Engineered Stone Countertop Workers”
USC Elaine Stevely Hoffman Medical Research Center – Hastings Auditorium2011 Zonal Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90089
SATURDAYAPRIL 25, 20267:30 AM – 2:00 PM

7 AM – Registration

7:30 AM – Opening Remarks

RSVP: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/the-lung-health-research-forum

Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding and engagement in lung health.
We look forward to seeing you there!
