
Pulmonary medicine is a medical specialty dealing with the causes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases affecting the lungs. It is considered a branch of internal medicine, and is related to intensive care medicine.
Pulmonary/critical care specialists are specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest. In particular, they can treat conditions such as Pneumonia, Asthma, Tuberculosis, Emphysema, COPD, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Cancer, Sleep Disorders, Bronchitis, Shortness of Breath, Chronic Cough and Pulmonary Hypertension. Our team at BHS Pulmonary Associates consists of FCCP board-certified physicians along with experienced nurse practitioners and a friendly, knowledgeable office staff. They utilize one-on-one observations and state-of-the-art equipment to perform lifesaving procedures and treatment in close coordination with many sub-specialties. This is all tied together with a patient-centered approach and specialized care to alleviate acute and life-threatening chronic respiratory conditions.
Services at BHS Pulmonary Associates include:
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