Njira Lugogo

Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician @UMich, Clinical Researcher, @UM_PCCM, Asthma Specialist, @INHALE_CQI, Mom of Twins (All tweets represent my opinion only)

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

@accpchest Biomarkers matter in obstructive lung disease. Peripheral blood eosinophils above 200cells/ul and being a former smoker predicts a better response to inhaled steroids in COPD.

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

@accpchest where @meilan_han is educating us on the fact that asthma copd overlap is not a distinct entity BUT rather that in some cases both diseases can occur in the same individual. Patients with both diseases should be treated with asthma treatment regimens.

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

@accpchest learning more about mild asthma definitions, inflammatory mechanisms and treatment paradigms. Intermittent inhaled steroids (ICS)-fast acting reliever strategies work! There is a significant reduction in exacerbations and less ICS exposure.

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

@INHALE_CQI will be prioritizing reduction of unopposed short acting beta agonist (SABA) use as a means of improving asthma outcomes. @UM_PCCM

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

Inappropriate use of short-acting beta agonists increases the risk of progression from mild asthma to moderate/severe disease. @accpchest @UM_PCCM

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

Attending the @SimmonsLeads conference. My favorite quote so far ‘courage is not possible in the absence of fear’. Courage is critical to pushing boundaries and pursuing bold ideas. Learning so much today and looking forward to continuing to transform asthma care. @MichiganCQIs

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

Looking forward to discussing asthma treatments this week with my colleague Anna Kovalszki from allergy ⁦@umichmedicine⁩ and one of our patients. Hope to have a lively discussion.

[Michigan CQIs @MichiganCQIs]

The #MichiganCQIs are making a huge impact on healthcare costs while improving patient care throughout Michigan. Now other states are taking notice!
#QITwitter #QualityImprovement
https://t.co/W3EVaiGuOm

[Hasan Shanawani MD @hshanawaniMD]

Excited that @DocLugogo and @msjoding at @umichmedicine are partnering with @BCBSM on a new COLLABORATIVE QUALITY INITIATIVE (CQI) to improve lung health in Michigan!

To read more how BCBSM helps providers lead care improvements, check out our CQI:
https://t.co/CjMX88De7c

[Amgen 🧪🔬🧬 @Amgen]

Don’t miss our collaboration with @DocLugogo on @TheView discussing the complexities of #severeasthma and why it’s important for people living with the disease to understand if their asthma is well-controlled. Watch the full segment:

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

Tezepelumab has been approved for severe asthma. This is a win for patients that now have another option to treat their disease. I am proud to have participated in some of the phase 3 #clinicaltrials @umichmedicine and excited to try this new therapy. @UM_PCCM @MichiganPulmCC

[MeiLan Han @meilan_han]

So proud of the work the asthma team at ⁦@MichiganPulmCC⁩ led by ⁦@DocLugogo⁩ is doing to help patients! ⁦@umichmedicine⁩ https://t.co/RueQa2yr3B

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

@meilan_han @MichiganPulmCC @umichmedicine It is a privilege to take care of such wonderful patients with the support of my colleagues @UM_PCCM and the wonderful nursing and clinic staff. It truly takes a team.

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

Feel honored to take care of such amazing and resilient patients @UM_PCCM

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

Unique asthma therapy helps woman breathe easier https://t.co/wd533BAFML

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

@ScottDenstaedt @MichiganPulmCC @umichmedicine Congratulations!!! You will@be amazing.

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

@bmoore_beth Congratulations!

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

Can’t wait to work with such an amazing group of trainees. Go blue. @UM_PCCM

[Robert Dickson @robertpdickson]

Holy smokes do we get to work with the best people! We are beyond excited to announce the results of our 2020 fellowship match! Go Blue!!!

@Jakob_McSparron @MichiganPulmCC

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

So proud to be on the team @umichmedicine that is involved in the COVID vaccine trials. It’s a blessing to be part of a great community.

[Njira Lugogo @DocLugogo]

@dulcetarpeggio @UM_PCCM It was such a pleasure to pass this award on to Pepe. I am so proud to call him my friend. His kindness, compassion and dedication to teaching are exemplary.