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Pulmonary Medicine

Board certified specialists in the Pulmonary Medicine Department diagnose and treat respiratory and sleep disorders. These include pediatric and adult asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung disease and pulmonary embolism as well as conditions such as sleep apnea and insomnia. Pulmonologists are also specialists in diagnosing lung cancer, and work as a team with critical care specialists, allergists, immunologists and others, depending on a patient’s needs.

Respiratory Testing

Our pulmonary staff performs a wide variety of procedures, including:

  • Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing
  • Pulmonary Testing
  • Fiber-optic bronchoscopy
  • Pleural Biopsy/Chest Tap
  • Pulmonary Function Testing
  • Sleep Apnea Testing

Specialty Centers

Greenwich Hospital also offers specialized pulmonary services through its:

  • Sleep Center. Adults and children are diagnosed and treated for a range of sleep disorders.
  • Center for Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Healing. Patients with chronic wounds caused by diabetes or other medical conditions receive specialized care through the hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) unit.
  • Pediatric Specialty Center. Children with respiratory conditions, such as asthma, can receive care from pediatric specialists who have advanced training and expertise.
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. Individuals diagnosed with coronary pulmonary disease receive personalized rehabilitation that focuses on exercise, diet and stress management.

Personal Guidance

Greenwich Hospital’s pulmonary staff provides individualized attention to all patients. Patient support services include organizing tests, scheduling appointments and helping patients understand insurance benefits.

Learn more in the Patients section of this website

Classes & Support

Better Breathers, Freshstart and Sleep Apnea support groups are available.

See Calendar

Greenwich Hospital also offers a Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at the Center for Healthy Living.

Websites

American Thoracic Society

National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute

American Lung Association