Care for patients with COPD is evolving. Instead of focusing on population characteristics,

COPD management is becoming more personalized. Heterogeneity and complexity of the

disease and its complications are well-recognized and warrant an individualized approach.

This applies not only to the chronic care for these patients, but also to acute exacerbations

of the disease, which importantly contribute to disease progression, morbidity and mortality.

In this exciting one-day symposium, an international panel of experts will highlight the latest

developments regarding exacerbations and their individualized management.

We look forward to a very exciting symposium and seeing you in Eindhoven.

This symposium will take place before the Bronkhorst Colloquim in Veldhoven.

With kind regards,

Dr. F. (Frits) Franssen, chairman

Prof. Dr. H.A.M. (Huib) Kerstjens, chairman