The need for creating a rapid access rehabilitation (RAR) program for patients after hospitalization for an acute exacerbation of COPD has been reported by different stakeholders (Oliveira et al. Respir Med, 2021, 186: 106532). This study aimed to attain consensus from an expert panel of healthcare professionals (HCP) on the essential components and structure of a RAR program. A 2-round Delphi process was condu...