Heritage Valley’s LungCare Program

Heritage Valley’s LungCare team can help those suffering from lung disorders. There are many reasons why your physician may refer you to Heritage Valley Multispecialty Group Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine and our LungCare program. Perhaps you recently had an x-ray or CT of your lungs that showed an abnormality, or you have a history of multiple lung infections. At HVMG Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine, we see patients on a daily basis who have abnormal chest/lung imaging results. Fortunately, our comprehensive LungCare program staff is available to diagnose and treat these issues.

We know that atypical imaging results can be frightening. We also know that time saves lives, so we provide a quick and seamless transition from screening to diagnosis to treatment. Whether your diagnosis is infection, inflammatory disease or cancer, follow-up testing and care are conveniently provided within Heritage Valley Health System, enabling us to make certain that you receive the personalized care you need in a timely manner.

If you need surgery, our surgeons perform Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS), a type of minimally invasive thoracic surgery resulting in smaller scars and quicker recovery times. They also use cryoanalgesia for less post-op pain associated with lung surgeries. Cryoanalgesia involves cooling specific nerves, with pain relief potentially lasting weeks to months.

Our physicians have trained around the country at world-renowned university settings. Our team provides comprehensive diagnosis, treatment and management of most lung conditions, and you don’t need to travel far to receive this excellent care! The main advantage of treatment in a community health care setting is the time and attention that each patient receives. We strive to see new patients with abnormal test results within 48 business hours, and our wait times for procedures are much shorter than those at larger healthcare systems. This means that our patients receive answers and treatment more quickly.

For more information on Heritage Valley’s LungCare program, visit heritagevalley.org; click on Services; and type LungCare Program in the search bar. You may also call (724) 773-6403.