Pulmonology
Experienced in treating common and complex lung issues, our pulmonary specialists can help you breathe easier and live a healthy life.
Our pulmonary medicine specialists use the latest, evidence-based treatment methods to identify and treat every type of lung condition. This way, you can take a deep breath, knowing you're in good hands.
Our Approach to Pulmonology
Your lungs work hard—every second of every day—to deliver oxygen to every cell in your body. That's why you need an experienced team of hard-working pulmonary medicine specialists devoted to keeping your lungs as healthy as possible.
Here's what you can expect by connecting with our team:
- Treatment starts with you: When it comes to treating lung issues and conditions, you play an active role in your care. Together, we'll address and evaluate your specific symptoms and discuss the very best treatment options to meet your goals and lifestyle.
- A team approach: Because breathing issues can also be heart issues, we work closely with cardiologists to develop holistic treatment plans.
- The latest diagnostic testing: Our pulmonologists provide diagnostic procedures such as biopsies, X-rays, CT scans, and sleep studies to diagnose your condition. If needed, our interventional pulmonologists may use endoscopy, robotic-assisted technology, and minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat lung cancer, airway, and pleural disorders (disorders of the thin sheet of tissue that wraps around the outside of your lungs).
- COVID-19 experts: At Virtua, we've treated more COVID patients than any other health system in South Jersey. And through Care After COVID, our long-haul COVID recovery program, we can offer relief from lingering breathing issues caused by COVID-19.
Virtua Pulmonology Providers
Our team of general and interventional pulmonologists expertly diagnoses, treats, and manages lung conditions.
Pulmonology Conditions We Treat
When you've been diagnosed with a lung condition, it can significantly impact your physical and emotional well-being. Our team can effectively treat every type of lung condition, including:
- Pneumonia
- COPD (chronic bronchitis and emphysema)
- Asthma and allergies
- Lung cancer
- Lung disease
- Sleep disorders
- Chronic cough
- Cystic fibrosis
- Dyspnea, or trouble breathing
- Mesothelioma
- Pulmonary embolism
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Sarcoidosis
Pulmonology Tests and Treatments
- Argon plasma coagulation (APC): Removes airway tumors
- Bronchial blockers: Achieves lung separation
- Bronchoscopic Lung Volume Reduction (BLVR): Treats severe emphysema
- Cryotherapy: Freezes tumors that cannot be removed by surgery
- Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) – linear and radial: Diagnoses lung cancer and infections
- Indwelling tunneled pleural catheters: Reduces shortness of breath due to cancer
- Laser therapy: Shrinks or destroys tumors
- Percutaneous tracheostomy: A surgically created airway
- Pleuroscopy: Diagnoses and treats fluid around the lungs
- Pleurodesis: Relieves buildup of fluid around the lungs
- Robotic bronchoscopy: Used to biopsy difficult-to-access nodules
- Snare cauterization: Heats, cuts, and controls bleeding of tissue
- Thoracic surgery: Treats lung, esophagus, or chest disease
- Trachael and bronchial airway stents: Tubes placed in airways improve breathing
- Trachael and bronchial balloon dilatations: Expands narrowed airways and restores adequate airflow
- Transbronchial biopsy: Minimally invasive method to obtain lung tissue samples for diagnosis
The Virtua Difference for Pulmonology
Recognized excellence
The American College of Radiology has designated Virtua as a certified Lung Cancer Screening Center. We're also recognized as a Center of Excellence by the GO2 for Lung Cancer Foundation.
Recognized excellence
The American College of Radiology has designated Virtua as a certified Lung Cancer Screening Center. We're also recognized as a Center of Excellence by the GO2 for Lung Cancer Foundation.
Comprehensive expertise
Our lung program features a team of thoracic surgeons, pulmonary specialists, nurses, and therapists—all collaborating to keep your lungs healthy and strong.
Comprehensive expertise
Our lung program features a team of thoracic surgeons, pulmonary specialists, nurses, and therapists—all collaborating to keep your lungs healthy and strong.
Minimally invasive pioneers
Whenever possible, we utilize minimally invasive techniques, like robotic-assisted surgery. This means smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery times.
Minimally invasive pioneers
Whenever possible, we utilize minimally invasive techniques, like robotic-assisted surgery. This means smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery times.
Since my procedure, I feel like a spring chicken. I can even walk outside without my oxygen.
Chester Pine
breathing easier after lung valve surgery
Pulmonology Quick Links
How can we help you?
Lung Cancer Risk Assessment
Our free 5-minute risk assessment can help identify risks that may lead to lung cancer.
Lung Cancer Screening Assessment
Do you qualify for a lung cancer screening? Find out by completing this assessment.