The ACCP and The CHEST Foundation, in partnership with Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., are honoring Thomas L. Petty, MD, Master FCCP, to celebrate his outstanding career in the field of pulmonary and critical care medicine.

The CHEST Foundation, in partnership with Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has established the Thomas L. Petty, MD, Master FCCP Endowment in Lung Research. Considered a legend in pulmonary medicine, Thomas L. Petty, MD, Master FCCP, an ACCP Past President (1981-1982) and Master Fellow, will always be known for his pioneering work in lung research and in the treatment of respiratory conditions and for improving the care of patients with respiratory diseases. You can honor Dr. Tom Petty by donating online to the Thomas L. Petty, MD, Master FCCP Endowment in Lung Research. You may also view and download a PDF of the Petty Endowment brochure to mail your donation to The CHEST Foundation in Dr. Petty's honor. Your tax-deductible donation will support the important advances he has made in lung research and in patient care.


Thomas L. Petty, MD, Master FCCP Tribute at The CHEST Foundation’s Ninth Annual Making a Difference Awards Dinner

The Chicago Cultural Center provided an elegant background for The CHEST Foundation’s Ninth Annual Making A Difference Awards Dinner which featured a heart-warming tribute to Thomas L. Petty, MD, Master FCCP. Click here to view the video highlighting Dr. Petty’s extensive contributions to pulmonary medicine and patient care.


CCFAP The CHEST Foundation’s 2008 Award Opportunities

The CHEST Foundation has awarded more than $3 million to ACCP members to foster cutting-edge clinical research—research that can provide new treatment options for patients around the world. These research grants reflect the multidisciplinary nature of the ACCP. In 2008, The CHEST Foundation will offer a variety of clinical research awards in the areas of geriatric development, lung cancer, lung transplantation, and Alpha-1 Antitrysin (AAT) Deficiency relating to COPD. The Second Distinguished Scholar in Thrombosis Award is also available to ACCP members who are FCCPs. This award grants $160,000 over the course of 3 years for a project or program that relates to the treatment of thrombosis. Take advantage of this great ACCP membership benefit and consider applying for one of the awards offered in 2008. Each application is carefully evaluated by ACCP members who have expertise in the content area of the award. The award deadline for all CHEST Foundation awards is April 30, 2008.

The Foundation will again recognize ACCP members by awarding grants, through its very successful Humanitarian Awards Program, to support the volunteer efforts of those who generously give their time and medical expertise to improve the health of people living in communities around the world. Since 1998, The CHEST Foundation has awarded over $1 million in sustaining project development grants and recognition awards given to nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations where ACCP members focus their pro bono service. This program is undergoing some major updates for 2008 that will be incorporated into the 2008 applications, which should be available after December 15, 2007.

In addition, The CHEST Foundation recognizes outstanding leadership in end-of-life care through the Roger C. Bone Advances in End-of-Life Care Award. The year 2008 marks the eighth year that this prestigious award will be given to an ACCP member involved in palliative and/or end-of-life care.

Humanitarian Awards
$5,000 Recognition Awards and $25,000 Project Development Grants are available for ACCP members volunteering their time and expertise with nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations.

Clinical Research Awards
Awards for clinical research are available for ACCP members conducting research studies in a variety of fields.

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Critical Care
Learn more about the Critical Care Family Assistance Program and other Foundation activities in critical care.

Tobacco Prevention
The CHEST Foundation offers a wide range of tobacco prevention educational materials. Click here for more information.

Special Initiatives
Learn more about The CHEST Foundation’s Ambassadors program, for spouses and friends of ACCP members. You will also find information on the Foundation’s initiative on Disparities in Health Care, along with Patient Education Information.

The CHEST Foundation Distinguished Scholar Awards Program
In 2000, The CHEST Foundation embarked on an endowment campaign designed to provide a significant base of funding in support of CHEST Foundation education and awards programming. The "Distinguished Scholar" program was developed to incorporate a specific area of cardiopulmonary and critical care medicine in order for ACCP members to extend their impact in clinical practice. The projects and programs undertaken by The CHEST Foundation Distinguished Scholars address public health issues or clinical practice issues that link to the improvements in the health and quality of patients' lives.

In 2008, GlaxoSmithKline and The CHEST Foundation are offering one Distinguished Scholar Award: the GlaxoSmithKline Distinguished Scholar in Thrombosis.

 

 

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