I. Name
The name of this Scientific Assembly of the American Thoracic Society shall be "The Assembly on Critical Care".
II. Objectives
- To provide forums for discussion and evaluation of research concerned with critical care.
- To collect, interpret, and disseminate information concerning research, patient care and education in the critical care setting.
- To foster communication among the diverse group of health care professionals involved in the care of critically ill patients.
- To support critical care professionals and foster a culture of diversity, gender equity, self-care, and long-term career satisfaction.
III. Scope
The Scope of the Critical Care Assembly shall include:
- Support of research endeavors related to topics relevant to critical care.
- Support of patient care in intensive care settings as provided by physicians, nurses, therapists, ancillary support services and administrative professionals.
- Support of ICU survivors and their families as they transition to other healthcare setting in the inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Support of educational programs for all individuals involved in the care of critically ill patients.
- Support the efforts to translate research into clinical practice and healthcare delivery in the critical care setting