Pulmonology

Respiratory diseases can damage lung tissue and affect airways, making it difficult to breathe. Our specialists are experts in diagnosing lung conditions and developing personalized treatment plans to support your lung health and help you breathe more easily. Whether you want to enjoy activities, sleep better, or just walk about without straining to breathe, we’re here to improve your quality of life.

Care for a full spectrum of conditions

We are experienced in diagnosing and treating the following:

Asthma
Bronchitis
COPD
Cystic fibrosis
Interstitial lung disease
Lung cancer
Mesothelioma
Pneumonia
Pulmonary fibrosis
Respiratory failure
Sleep apnea

The care you need to breathe easy

From our advanced diagnostics and treatment options to our thorough rehabilitation program, we deliver the standards of care you need to successfully recover from or manage respiratory issues.

Comprehensive testing and treatment options

Depending on your symptoms, health history, and other needs, we may perform diagnostic testing to get an accurate understanding of your condition and its severity. Our testing includes:

Bronchoscopy
Imaging tests such as chest x-rays
Electroencephalogram (EEG)
Lung biopsy
Pulmonary function testing
Sleep testing

Once your condition is diagnosed, your physician will develop a personalized treatment plan that may include one or more of the following treatments.

Medication therapies
Oxygen therapy
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Lifestyle or dietary changes
Surgery

In addition to providing outpatient care at our Pulmonology care office, our team of board certified, fellowship trained physicians provide expert care and 24/7 coverage for hospitalized patients in Adventist Health Sonora’s intensive care unit (ICU).

Pulmonary rehabilitation

Living a full and productive life with lung disease is very achievable. Our pulmonary rehabilitation program aims to improve independence and quality of life through a tailored exercise and education program that helps increase endurance and improve your circulatory system’s use of oxygen. Our staff provides education on breathing techniques, bronchial hygiene, infection control, energy conservation, relaxation and panic control, and respiratory medications and equipment.

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