We’re Here to Help You Breathe Easier
We believe good patient care starts with listening and getting to know our patients’ unique circumstances and health needs. We deliver care with compassion and excellence. We look forward to meeting you and partnering with you to improve your health and quality of life.
Some of the most common pulmonary disorders include:
- Asthma
- Chronic Cough
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cystic Fibrosis
- History of Pneumonia
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Nodules
- Lung Transplants
- Occupational Lung Disease
- Pleural Effusions
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Tuberculosis
- Sarcoidosis of the Lungs
Our Pulmonologists also treat sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea, which can be caused by the condition of the lungs and respiratory system.
Sleep Disorders
The Respiratory Care department is staffed by full-time licensed respiratory care practitioners (RCP). Medical direction is provided by a board-certified pulmonologist. Inpatient respiratory care services are available twenty-four hours per day 365 days per year. Outpatient respiratory diagnostics are available through the Pulmonary Function Laboratory Monday through Friday.
Respiratory Care
Proudly Offering Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Procedures
Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) is a minimally invasive yet highly efficient procedure employed for diagnosing conditions such as lung cancer, infections, and other disorders that lead to the enlargement of lymph nodes in the chest.
EBUS enables physicians to perform a technique called transbronchial needle aspiration (TBNA) to procure tissue or fluid samples from the lungs and adjacent lymph nodes, all without the need for traditional surgery. This innovative approach also provides real-time imaging of the airways, blood vessels, lungs, and lymph nodes, along with the added benefit of rapid onsite pathologic evaluation. Patients typically undergo EBUS under moderate sedation or general anesthesia, allowing for a swift recovery and often enabling them to return home on the same day.
Preparing for Your Appointment
Scheduling
We ask that you schedule routine appointments in advance. We make every effort to accommodate urgent appointment requests as soon as possible. If you are unable to keep your appointment, please notify us 24 hours in advance. If you expect to be delayed for your appointment, please call to let us know.
Office Visits
We want to help you make the most of every visit. Here are some tips to help you achieve this goal.
Before the Visit:
- Please request a referral from your primary care physician if your insurance plan requires a referral.
- Please check-in when you arrive. First-time patients should arrive at least 15 minutes early to complete new patient paperwork.
- We ask that you bring your current insurance information and card to assist us in proper billing.
At the Time of Your Visit:
- Please bring all medications, pills, creams, inhalers and over-the-counter medications that you are currently taking.
- We suggest you wear comfortable clothing that can be removed easily, if necessary.
Other Pulmonary Resources
There are several websites that provide additional information regarding common pulmonary conditions and treatment options. We invite you to learn more by visiting any of the following resources:
LungUSA.org
Provides information on various conditions, research and statistics, plus programs and events
SleepEducation.com
Offers clear descriptions of sleep disorders and treatments
