California Society for Pulmonary Rehabilitation

The California Society for Pulmonary Rehabilitation (CSPR) is a nonprofit organization, conceived in 1986 and incorporated in 1990 after several years of networking and planning by pulmonary rehabilitation health care professionals in California. The CSPR also welcomes Out-of-State members.

This State Society is comprised of Physicians, Respiratory Care Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Exercise Physiologists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, as well as other health care professionals.

Goals of CSPR:

• Provide an environment for networking among professionals caring for the complex needs of pulmonary patients.
• Provide educational opportunities to improve knowledge and skills for clinical practice and research applications.
• Promote and support guidelines for pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
• Promote awareness of pulmonary health and rehabilitation for the patient, community, and health care professional.
• Work closely with other professional organizations to promote common interests.
• Nurture development and enhance the professional image of practitioners working with pulmonary patients.
• Publicize and promote National Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week.

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2026 CSPR Conference Information: 2026 CSPR Annual Conference-San Diego

As we approach the conference, we’re excited to highlight our outstanding keynote speaker:

 Dr. Bryan Taylor from Mayo Clinic.

His passion for understanding how the human body adapts under extreme physiological stress translates directly into his work helping clinicians optimize exercise strategies for patients with cardiopulmonary disease.

At our conference, Dr. Taylor will share practical, evidence-based insights that clinicians can immediately apply in pulmonary rehabilitation settings. His session will focus on:

• Evaluating strategies to optimize exercise intensity to maximize patient adherence and functional adaptation while minimizing symptoms and muscle loss.
• Comparing interval and continuous aerobic training approaches to help clinicians design individualized programs that effectively improve endurance.

Secure your spot and register today to hear this inspiring keynote speaker. CSPR May 1st Conference

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Updates:

1. A new consensus statement on the Virtual and Remote Delivery of Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, including guidance on key program components, has just been released. We encourage our community to review these updated recommendations.https://bit.ly/3Lz6GFS

1. TIME TO TAKE ACTION: Complete the advocacy letter requesting Congressional support H.R. 783/S.248 to improve access to Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation. Your participation helps strengthen our collective voice.  Fill out form