NTM Patient Education Program
People who have been diagnosed with nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) infections are invited to attend an education program hosted by the Bronchiectasis and NTM Program at ߲ݴý Langone.
The NTM Patient Education Program was created in 2015 to give those living with these conditions the unique opportunity to interact directly with our physicians, ask questions, and learn about the latest advances in the diagnosis and treatment of NTM infections.
߲ݴý Langone Patient Education Program in Celebration of World Bronchiectasis Day
July 2, 2026, from 11:30AM to 1:00PM EST, the Bronchiectasis and NTM Program’s clinical and research team will host a webinar in celebration of World Bronchiectasis Day. This 90-minute webinar will highlight all the different aspects of patient care and research being done by our program, including introductions to all members of our team and a question and answer session at the end. .
Third North American Bronchiectasis and NTM Patient Program
The Third North American Bronchiectasis and NTM Patient Program will be held in person at ߲ݴý Langone (550 First Avenue) and virtually on Monday, December 7, 2026, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. . For questions or further information, please contact us at ߲ݴýLHBronchNTMProgram@߲ݴýLangone.org.
Second North American Bronchiectasis and NTM Patient Education Program
Bronchiectasis and NTM experts came together on December 1, 2025, to discuss the latest breakthroughs in diagnosis and treatment of NTM infections and related disorders and summarize current research.
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First North American Bronchiectasis and NTM Patient Education Program
The first North American Bronchiectasis and NTM Patient Education Program was held on December 10, 2024.
2024 Bronchiectasis and NTM Education Program
Our bronchiectasis and NTM experts came together on April 9, 2024, to discuss the latest breakthroughs in diagnosis and treatment of NTM infections and related disorders and summarize current research.
2023 Bronchiectasis and NTM Education Program
Our bronchiectasis and NTM experts came together to discuss the latest breakthroughs in diagnosis and treatment of NTM infections and related disorders and summarize current research.
2022 Bronchiectasis and NTM Education Program
Our bronchiectasis and NTM experts came together to discuss the latest breakthroughs in diagnosis and treatment of NTM infections and related disorders and summarize current research.
2020 Bronchiectasis and NTM Patient Education Program
During this program, our experts discussed new NTM therapies, treatment guidelines, and ongoing clinical trials. Presentations included the following:
Interaction with the Internal and External Environments, presented by David L. Kamelhar, MD
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What’s New in the NTM Treatment Guidelines?, presented by Ashwin Basavaraj, MD
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Update on M. Abscessus and New Therapies for NTM, presented by Doreen J. Addrizzo-Harris, MD
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Diagnostic and Treatment Options for Gastroesophageal Reflux and Bronchiectasis, presented by Abraham Khan, MD
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NTM Clinical Trials at ߲ݴý Langone Health, presented by Stephanie Lau, MD
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2019 Bronchiectasis and NTM Patient Education Program
Our bronchiectasis and NTM experts came together to discuss the latest breakthroughs in diagnosis and treatment of NTM infections and related disorders, and summarize current research. Presentations included the following:
߲ݴý Langone NTM Program Research, presented by Leopoldo N. Segal, MD
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Environmental Sources for NTM Infection: Where Is It?, presented by Dr. Kamelhar
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Nonpharmacologic Therapies and Airway Clearance Techniques in Bronchiectasis, presented by Dr. Basavaraj
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M. Abscessus: Update on Management, presented by Dr. Addrizzo-Harris
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2017 NTM Patient Education Program
߲ݴý Langone experts discussed the latest advances in diagnosis, treatment, and research on NTM infections and related disorders at the 2017 NTM Patient Education Program. Presentations included the following:
Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Infection Epidemiology and Evaluation, presented by Dr. Kamelhar
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Nontuberculous Mycobacterium: Management, presented by Dr. Addrizzo-Harris
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The Association of Reflux and Aspiration with NTM, presented by Dr. Khan
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Dysphagia in NTM, presented by Stamatela Matina Balou, PhD
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For more information on upcoming events, please email Marla.Hymes@߲ݴýLangone.org.