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Interpretation of Pulmonary Function Tests Duration: 23:28 0.5 CME
Respiratory System / Pulmonology
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Learning Objectives

In this video we will learn about :

1. Spirometry, spirogram, its volumes and capacities. 

2. Flow volume loops. 

3. Components of PFT.

4.Pattern recognition.

5.Accesory PFTs. 

Instructor

Mir Alikhan, MD

Mir Alikhan, MD

Dr. Mir M. Alikhan is a pulmonologist in Houston, Texas and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center and Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital. He received his medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and has been in practice between 11-20 years. Dr. Mir M. Alikhan has expertise in treating sleep apnea, asthma, bronchitis, among other conditions. Dr. Mir M. Alikhan accepts Medicare, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare.


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