Lymphatic Function in Lung Health Across the Lifespan

Date: May 18, 2026

Description: This symposium discusses our current knowledge of how lymphatic function affects lung health from the first breath of life and throughout the lifespan. Dr. Reed will also discuss areas of innovation to try to harness lymphatic function to improve lung health. Who is the intended audience? Patients, Caregivers, Medical Professionals, Researchers, Policymakers What are the key takeaways for attendees? Lymphatic function is necessary for lung function from the first breath of life and to maintain proper respiratory function through the entire adult lifespan. Innovative research has uncovered a role of lymphatic function and dysfunction in chronic lung disease. The lung lymphatics offer a novel therapeutic target to improve lung health in a variety of settings.

About the speaker: Hasina Outtz Reed, M.D. Ph.D. is the Assistant Professor of Medicine and the Assistant Professor of Cell and Developmental Biology at Weill Cornell Medicine, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.