Given the rapid evolution in this aspect of critical care practice, this second edition is both welcome and necessary. Dr. Kreit effectively builds on the physiological principles by adding reviews of the literature describing the most recent studies guiding ventilator management of problems such as COPD and ARDS.
Dr. John W. Kreit is professor of medicine and anesthesiology in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. His career has been devoted to the education of students, residents, and fellows. He is the former director of the fellowship training program in pulmonary and critical care medicine at the University of Pittsburgh and was the recipient of the 2015 Outstanding Educator Award from the
American Thoracic Society.