The Pulmonary Embolism Response Team (PERT) Consortium facilitates the exchange of ideas and information related to the care of patients with pulmonary embolism (PE) and advances the science of PE care by performing research, developing advanced treatment protocols, and educating clinicians and community members.
The PERT Consortium™ serves the general public by undertaking activities to advance the status of PE care and promote research in the treatment of PE through:
Promoting the adoption of the PERT model in institutions to ensure the prompt diagnosis and treatment of PE.
Expanding the current body of scientific literature on the diagnosis and treatment of PE through the funding of scientific endeavors.
Educating the general public and healthcare professionals regarding PE diagnosis, treatment, and care.
By focusing solely on the entity of PE – its etiology, pathophysiology, prevention, management approach, outcomes of specific treatments, and follow-up pathways – it is the intention of The Consortium to increase awareness of treatment options available, to reduce its incidence worldwide, to improve health outcomes, and to positively influence the impact of this terrible disease.