Cardiopulmonary Physiology: Integration of Testing to Enhance Patient Care - Livestream (virual)

Course Directors: Scott A. Helgeson, M.D. and Bryan J. Taylor, Ph.D.
September 24 - 26, 2026 - Internet Live Activity - Río Grande, Puerto Rico
Broadcast in Bolivia Time (BOT)
This course explores various aspects of cardiopulmonary physiologic testing, including cardiopulmonary exercise tests, pulmonary function tests, submaximal stress tests, and impulse oscillometry. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation of these studies, incorporating diverse patient scenarios to enhance clinical understanding and application.
Target Audience
Target audience includes physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the specialties of pulmonology, cardiology, internal medicine, and family medicine.
Respiratory therapists and exercise physiologists may also benefit from this course.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe the integrated pulmonary, cardiovascular, and neuromuscular physiologic responses to exercise that underpin normal and abnormal cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) results
- Differentiate normal from pathologic responses on CPET, pulmonary function testing (PFT), impulse oscillometry (IOS), and respiratory muscle assessment across common cardiopulmonary disease states
- Apply best practices for conducting, quality-controlling, and interpreting CPET, PFT, and IOS to improve diagnostic accuracy and reduce unnecessary downstream testing
- Identify clinical scenarios in which noninvasive cardiopulmonary testing is insufficient and determine when invasive CPET or advanced testing strategies are indicated
- Integrate cardiopulmonary testing results into individualized exercise prescription and rehabilitation planning to optimize functional outcomes and patient-centered care
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Broadcast in Bolivia Time (BOT)
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 11.50 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 11.50 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Available Credit for the General Session - Livestream | |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 4.00 AMA/Attendance, AAPA, ANCC |
| Friday | 3.75 AMA/Attendance |
| Saturday | 3.75 AMA/Attendance |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 11.50 AAPA Category 1
- 11.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 11.50 ANCC
- 11.50 Attendance
Thank you for your interest in Cardiopulmonary Physiology: Integration of Testing to Enhance Patient Care. This course is currently in the early planning stages. If you’d like to be notified when opportunities become available, please add your name to our Notify Me list. Signing up to be notified will ensure that you receive an email when exhibitor information is available. No additional information is available until then.
Price
Broadcast in Bolivia Time (BOT)
Before registering, please update your profile.
To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled.
The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
View Cancellation and Refund Policy
All requests must be submitted in writing using the Contact Us Form.
Any use of this site constitutes your agreement to the Terms and Conditions of Registration.

Facebook
X
LinkedIn
Forward