title: Optimal use of advanced technology.
abstract: The Asian Pacific Society of Respirology held its 13th Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, between 19 and 22 November 2008. It was attended by over 1500 delegates from around the world, particularly well represented by delegates from the Asia Pacific Rim. The congress was highlighted by an excellent scientific program, preceded by an educational course on pulmonary laboratory practices and several postgraduate courses. Office bearers representing the American Thoracic Society, European Respiratory Society and American College of Chest Physicians, among others, made significant contributions, further enhancing the high-quality faculty.
authors.affiliation: The Prince Charles Hospital Department of Thoracic Medicine, School of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Rode Road, Chermside, Brisbane 4032, Australia. kwun_fong@health.qld.gov.au.
authors.forename: Kwun M
authors.initials: KM
authors.lastname: Fong
authors.forename: Norbert
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Berend
authors.forename: Arth
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Nana