There have been significant advances in the treatment of pulmonary hypertension (PH) over recent years and it is an increasingly diagnosed condition. Respiratory physicians therefore need to have a good understanding of the various forms of PH, the correct diagnostic approach and the available treatments.
This course will identify the different processes involved in diagnosing and managing pulmonary hypertension. Diagnostic techniques and treatment modalities will be discussed. Participants will also be provided with an understanding of the pathogenesis of these conditions.
Course format
- Lectures
- Hands-on workshops
- Interactive case discussions
Please note that all timings are in Central European Time (CET).
Target audience
- Adult pulmonologists
- Respiratory clinicians
- Cardiology clinicians
- Nurses
- Pathologists
- Physician in Pulmonary Training
- Physiotherapists
- Radiologists
- Trainees
Topics
- PH Classification
- Pathological changes of PH
- Diagnostic algorithm
- Radiological interpretation
- Echocardiography acquisition and interpretation
- Management of PAH
- Management of chronic thromboembolic PH
- PH associated with left heart and lung disease
Learning outcomes
By attending this course, participants will:
- Acquire the knowledge of pulmonary hypertension classification
- Understand the pulmonary hypertension diagnosis processes including radiology, echocardiography interpretation and pathophysiology underpinning pulmonary hypertension
- Gain basic practical skills in echocardiography
- Be able to initiate appropriate investigations and understand the pathogenesis of the condition
- Learn the basics behind modern treatment of pulmonary hypertension
CME credits
An application will be submitted to the European Board for Accreditation in Pneumology (EBAP) for CME accreditation of this event.
The number of credits that you will receive corresponds to your attendance during the course. Please note that you need to sign the register of attendance each day to ensure that you receive the correct amount of CME credits.
Amsterdam University Medical Centres
Department of Pulmonary Medicine
Location VUmc | ZH 5F 28
DE Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV Amsterdam
Tel. +31 20 444 4444
https://www.amsterdamumc.nl/en/service-contact.htm
All accepted applicants will receive free registration.
Additionally, some applicants may be eligible for a travel and accommodation grant of up to €500. Priority will be given to ERS members.
If you are interested in attending the course, please fill in this online form.
Please note that your application does not guarantee a registration to the course.
Application deadline: Monday, 21 July 2025.
Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status by end of August 2025.
Only onsite attendees will be granted access to educational material of the course.If you have any questions regarding the course or the application process, please contact education@ersnet.org
General conditions
By agreeing to attend this course, you agree to comply with reasonable instructions and safety policies of local host facilities. The organiser does not endorse any hotel, restaurant or other facility which may be recommended.
You may access the General Terms and Conditions at any time.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at education@ersnet.org.
