Mary Strek
Professor of Medicine Co-Director, Interstitial Lung Disease Clinic Director, Pulmonary Medicine Service University of Chicago
Dr. Mary E. Strek is a Professor of Medicine at the University of Chicago and Director of the Interstitial Lung Disease Program. A board-certified pulmonologist, she specializes in complex lung diseases, including interstitial lung disease, bronchiectasis, and pulmonary complications of connective tissue disorders. Dr. Strek leads a clinical research program that investigates phenotypic characteristics, treatment and outcomes for those with chronic lung disease. She has received numerous honors, including the CHEST Distinguished Educator Award, selection as a Fellow of the American Thoracic Society and served as an associate editor of the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
Seminars
- Clarifying the distinction between ILA and early-stage ILD to inform diagnosis and management
- Predicting progression to ILD using imaging, exposure history, and autoimmune features
- Establishing early detection infrastructure through dedicated ILA clinics and surveillance strategies
With new therapies on the horizon, the IPF treatment landscape is evolving. This panel brings together leading clinicians and academics to explore how emerging drugs will fit into current treatment paradigms. Experts will discuss the clinical decision-making process for first-line therapy, balancing efficacy, safety, and patient-specific factors.
