CHESTLearning & EventsBridging SpecialtiesTimely Diagnosis for NTM Disease and BronchiectasisLiving With Bronchiectasis and NTM: The Patient Perspective

Living With Bronchiectasis and NTM: The Patient Perspective

Originally aired: July 1, 2025

Hear from two patients living with bronchiectasis and nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) disease as they share their journeys and day-to-day challenges. Common issues, including diagnostic delays, managing bronchiectasis exacerbations, and challenges with frequent antibiotic use, are discussed. Finally, the importance of communication between the patient and health care provider, as well as the need for patient resources, are highlighted.

This webinar is part of CHEST’s Bridging Specialties®: Timely Diagnosis for NTM Disease and Bronchiectasis program. LEARN MORE »

This program is produced in partnership with CHEST and is sponsored by Insmed Incorporated.



Panelist

Ashwin Basavaraj, MD, FCCP

Associate Professor of Medicine
Section Chief, Bellevue Hospital
Associate Director, NYULH Bronchiectasis and NTM Clinical and Translational Program
Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
New York, NY

Patient

Marie “Mamie” Balesta

Patient

Julie Kardachi