High Velocity Therapy in the NICU

Detail the mechanisms of action of high velocity therapy

Dr. Michael McQueen presents "High Velocity Therapy in the NICU". In this CEU presentation, he will present on:

  • Detail the mechanisms of action of high velocity therapy.
  • Describe the correct patient interface and clinical applications of high velocity therapy.
  • Review published clinical trial data which compares results from high velocity therapy compared to high flow nasal cannula and nCPAP for primary support in the management of RDS.

Respiratory Therapists can earn 1 AARC RT CRCE. Nurses can earn 1 Contact Hour.


Your Instructor


Michael McQueen MD, MBA, FAAP
Michael McQueen MD, MBA, FAAP

Michael C. McQueen MD, MBA, FAAP, has over 28 years of clinical and leadership experience. He has served as Regional Medical Director for Envision Healthcare, Medical Director of the NICU at Phoenix Children’s Hospital, as well as several NICUs within the Banner Healthcare System in Phoenix. He has also served as Regional President for Pediatrix Medical Group, and President of Obstetrix Medical Group. Dr. McQueen completed his Pediatric Residency at Phoenix Children’s Hospital / Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ, and his Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship at the University of Vermont, Burlington, VT. His recent contributions on High-Velocity Nasal Insufflation respiratory support in neonates can be found in J Pulm Respir Med (2014), J Health Economics and Outcomes Research (2015), and J Perinatology (2017). Dr. McQueen is currently Vice President of Medical Affairs at Vapotherm, Inc.


Course Curriculum


  High Velocity Therapy in the NICU
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