Services

 A virtual pulmonology consult allows patients to meet with a respiratory specialist remotely using secure video or phone technology. This service provides convenient access to expert assessment, test review, treatment recommendations, and education without the need to travel, while maintaining the same standard of care as an in-person visit. 

 A PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) is a non-invasive breathing test used to evaluate how well the lungs are working. It measures how much air a person can inhale and exhale, how quickly they can breathe out, and how efficiently the lungs deliver oxygen to the bloodstream. PFTs are commonly used to help diagnose and monitor respiratory conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other lung disorders. These tests provide valuable information for guiding treatment and tracking lung health over time. 

 A Methacholine Challenge Test is a specialized breathing test used to help diagnose asthma. During the test, the patient inhales a medication called methacholine, which can cause the airways to temporarily narrow in people with sensitive lungs. Breathing measurements are taken before and after inhalation to see how the lungs respond. If lung function decreases significantly, it may indicate asthma or airway hyperreactivity. The test is safe, closely monitored, and helps doctors confirm asthma when other lung tests are unclear. 

 An ABG (Arterial Blood Gas) Test is a blood test that measures the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood, as well as the blood’s acidity (pH). It is taken from an artery, usually in the wrist, and provides important information about how well the lungs are delivering oxygen to the body and removing carbon dioxide. ABG tests are often used to evaluate breathing problems, monitor lung diseases, and assess conditions such as COPD, asthma, or respiratory failure.