Pulmonology

If you have a lung or breathing concern, CRMG pulmonologists are here to support you. Our pulmonologists diagnose and treat all lung conditions, including asthma, COPD, lung cancer, sleep apnea, cystic fibrosis, chronic lung illnesses and more. They can also support you with preventative lung cancer CT screenings, smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation. To make an appointment with one of our CRMG pulmonologists, call 757-917-5716.

Prompt Diagnosis can Lead to a Better Outcome

If your screening returns an abnormal result, you may be seen in our lung nodule clinic. Your case will be reviewed, and further diagnostic or treatment options will be recommended to determine if the nodule is benign or malignant.

These include:

Arterial Blood Gas (ABG)
Pulmonary Function Test
Pulmonary Rehab
Bronchoscopy
Endobronchial Ultrasound
Bronchial Thermoplasty
Navigational Bronchoscopy

Arterial Blood Gas

An Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) is a blood test that measures the acidity of blood directly from an artery. It also measures the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide present to check how well the lungs are able to move oxygen and remove carbon dioxide.

Bronchoscopy

Bronchoscopy allows visualization of the airways and sampling of mucus or tissue from the lungs. Bronchoscopy helps diagnosing cancer and infections.

Endobronchial Ultrasound

Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) is an advanced bronchoscopy using a camera with an ultrasound tip to scan the area just outside the airways. EBUS allows biopsies from lymph nodes and masses which helps diagnosing and staging lung cancer and other diseases without need for invasive surgery.

Bronchial Thermoplasty

Bronchial Thermoplasty (BT) is an outpatient procedure delivered by the AlairTM System that uses mild heat to reduce the amount of excess airway and smooth muscle tissue in the airways. BT is an add-on therapy to a patient’s current asthma medications, providing long-lasting benefits for patients, including a decrease in asthma attacks, fewer emergency room visits and improved asthma-related quality of life.

Navigational Bronchoscopy

Navigational Bronchoscopy is an advanced bronchoscopy procedure that uses advanced sensors and computer software to create a map of the airways and allows guidance dep into the lungs similarly to the GPS system in a car. It allows biopsies of lung nodules and masses deep inside hard to reach areas of the lungs with less risk and minimal discomfort to the patient.

Zephyr® Valve Procedure

This minimally invasive procedure allows emphysema sufferers to breathe easier and be more active and energetic without having major surgery.

The valves are placed during a simple bronchoscophy that requires no incisions. They are placed in the airways to keep air from getting trapped which allows the healthiest parts of the lung to expand and take in more air, providing patients with an improved quality of life and many other benefits.

Learn more about the Zephyr® Valve Procedure.