Pulmonology
The pulmonologists at Northwest Physicians provide a variety of diagnostic, preventive and treatment services for diseases that affect breathing and lung function. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary group of specialists, including cardiologists, interventional radiologists, surgeons and other health care professionals to provide care for conditions such as:
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Lung cancer
- Pneumonia
- Pulmonary embolism and hypertension
- Sleep apnea
The pulmonologists provide a range of inpatient and outpatient breathing treatment services, including:
- Arterial blood gas sampling and analysis
- Breathing treatment services
- Bronchial hygiene therapy
- Evaluation for home care needs, including patient education, and referrals for oxygen and respiratory therapy equipment
- Lung function studies
- Oxygen studies, including nighttime, exercise and resting studies