Accredited for three general and one ethics CEU, Medical Academic’s Respiratory Perspectives – COPD brings together expert insights from Dr Alan Peter, Dr Erica Shaddock and Dr Marietjie Botes to support evidence-based respiratory care. This edition explores key challenges in the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, with a particular focus on the impact of mucus hypersecretion on disease progression, symptom burden and overall disease control. Readers will gain practical guidance on recognising patients who may benefit from treatment escalation, as well as the latest evidence informing therapeutic decisions and long-term management strategies. The publication also examines the importance of individualised, patient-centred care and highlights the ethical principles that underpin effective clinical practice, including shared decision-making and respect for patient autonomy. Combining clinical expertise with practical recommendations, Respiratory Perspectives – COPD equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to optimise patient outcomes and navigate the complexities of respiratory disease management in everyday practice.