i
Loading Page
loading, please wait

Filters

FILTERS

Clear All Filters

GENDER

CONDITIONS / TREATMENTS

Search for Conditions/Treatments...

SPECIALTIES

SORT BY

Pulmonologists who are Physicians - Sylva, NC

We found 3 pulmonologists who are physicians near Sylva, NC. See refinement options below.

Sort By
  • Default
  • Relevance
  • Patient Rating
  • Rating Count
  • Distance

Related searches

You can further refine your search:

hospital care (3) , inpatient care (3) , sleep study (2) , pulmonary testing (2) , airway management (2) , catheterization (1) , aspiration (1) , diagnostic procedures (1) , minimally invasive procedures (1) , minor procedures (1) , bronchoscopy (1) , x-rays (1) , thoracic (chest) imaging (1)

in Nearby Locations

Greeneville, TN Newport, TN Erwin, TN Hendersonville, NC Madison, NC Farragut, TN Knoxville, TN

Other Providers in Sylva, NC

Acupuncturists Addiction Counselors Anesthesiologists Child Psychologists Diagnostic Radiologists General Dentists Hematologists Internists & Internal Medicine Doctors Mental Health Professionals Optometrists Orthopedic Surgeons Pediatric Dentists Pulmonologists Radiologists Rehabilitation Physicians

What is Pulmonology?

Pulmonology is a subspecialty that focuses on complex diseases of the lungs. In order to diagnose and treat lung disorders, a pulmonologist may also examine the chest, nose, throat, or heart. However, the main function of pulmonology is to make sure the lungs are functioning well.

Some of the diseases and disorders that might be treated by a pulmonologist include:

  • Pneumonia
  • Asthma
  • Tuberculosis
  • Emphysema
  • Mesothelioma and other lung cancers
  • Cystic Fibrosis

A pulmonologist often uses pulmonary function tests, such as spirometry, to measure how well the lungs are able to move air in and out. Pulmonologists are trained to take surgical samples and biopsies when needed, but they do not typically perform surgery. Pulmonologists may provide consultations to other doctors, acute care for sudden illnesses, or regular care for patients with long-term lung disorders.