Pulmonologists specialize in the treatment of lung diseases, difficulty breathing, persistent coughing, chest pain, wheezing and diagnosing lung cancer. For a complete description of pulmonary medicine, visit Pulmonary Medicine Page

• Appointments available on a emergent basis within one to two days
• Thorough evaluations for toxic exposures in the work place including mold, asbestos, silica, dust, chemicals, or any other noxious inhalations
• Second opinions and up-to-date treatment for patients with emphysema, chronic bronchitis, interstitial lung disease, asthma, pleural effusions or pulmonary hypertension
• Complete pulmonary function testing available in the office
• Ultrasound guided thorocentesis available in the office
• Echocardiograms and venous ultrasound of the lower extremities available in the office
• Intravenous and inhalational therapies available in the office
• Expert, professional evaluations for abnormal chest x-rays
• Bronchoscopy, transbronchial biopsy, and transtracheal needle aspirations available in the nearby day surgery unit
• Cat scan guided needle aspiration of lung masses available in the nearby day surgery unit

We offer evaluations for common breathing problems associated with sleep including intermittent cessation of respiration during sleep and excessive snoring. Visit Sleep Disorders Page

• Evaluation and treatment of sleep apnea
• Treatment for narcolepsy, idiopathic hypersomulence and other sleep disorders
• Second opinions regarding CPAP therapy and treatment of sleep apnea
• Interpretation of polysomnography (sleep studies)

Critical Care specialists treat patients in the Intensive Care Unit requiring artificial means for respiration or aggressive treatment for overwhelming infection, shock or coma. Visit Critical Care Medicine Page

• Ventilator and respiratory management of hospitalized patients
• Ultrasound guided placement of central venous lines and pulmonary artery catheters

4004 Woodlawn Ave
Pasadena, Texas 77504
Call: (713) 944-3500

530 Orchard St.
Webster, Texas 77598
Call: (713) 944-3500