Providers

Are you seeing a patient with Libby Amphibole exposure? Are there questionable findings or symptoms of respiratory disease? If exposed in Libby, many of these participants may be eligible for our nation-wide free asbestos health screening.

CARD is committed to supporting all those affected by Libby Amphibole regardless of eligibility criteria. Our medical providers are available for consultation in coordination with primary care providers or other pulmonary or occupational medicine specialists who are providing the front-line care for participants impacted by Libby Amphibole Disease.

Free informational presentations
Upon request, clinical staff with decades of experience in Libby Amphibole asbestos disease may be available to present at educational conferences, organizational meetings, or academic institutions.

Case Discussions
Distant providers can upload de-identified CT or XRAY images along with clinical presentation to a public forum for comment between CARD and other providers. If you are unable to upload de-identified digital images, CARD will cover the cost to mail the image, which will then be posted.

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