Abnormal Chest X-ray
The result of a variety of conditions, an abnormal chest X-ray may lead to further testing to ensure an accurate diagnosis.
Pulmonology & Respiratory Care
Breathe easy—with advanced treatments for your lung condition
When you have a condition that affects your breathing, it can disrupt your life. The pulmonology and respiratory team at IU Health can help relieve your pain and discomfort. We diagnose and treat all types of breathing diseases and lung conditions, using the newest technology.
You can breathe easy when you choose a pulmonologist near you at IU Health. A treatment approach that works for one person’s breathing issues may not be best for another person. Our pulmonary and respiratory specialists will take the time to determine the treatment plan that fits your lifestyle.
When managing your acute or chronic lung disorder, you will have a team on your side that includes excellent pulmonologists and a wide range of other specialists. These may include critical care specialists, sleep specialists, pulmonary rehabilitation specialists, researchers, pulmonary nurses, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, nutritionists, counselors, and transplantation specialists.
Among the many conditions we treat are:
- Abnormal chest x-rays and CT scans
- Allergy and asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Cystic fibrosis and bronchiectasis
- Lung cancer
- Lung infections
- Lung transplant
- Collapsed lung
- Occupational lung diseases
- Pleural diseases
- Pulmonary fibrosis and interstitial lung diseases
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Sarcoidosis
- Sleep apnea and Sleep disorders
Our services also include critical and intensive care and pulmonary rehabilitation, when needed.
Pulmonary & Respiratory Care at IU Health
You can breathe easy when you choose a pulmonologist near you at IU Health. A treatment approach that works for one person’s breathing issues may not be best for another person. Our pulmonary and respiratory specialists will take the time to determine the treatment plan that fits your lifestyle.
When managing your acute or chronic lung disorder, you will have a team on your side that includes excellent pulmonologists and a wide range of other specialists. These may include critical care specialists, sleep specialists, pulmonary rehabilitation specialists, researchers, pulmonary nurses, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, nutritionists, counselors, and transplantation specialists.
Among the many conditions we treat are:
- Abnormal chest x-rays and CT scans
- Allergy and asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Cystic fibrosis and bronchiectasis
- Lung cancer
- Lung infections
- Lung transplant
- Collapsed lung
- Occupational lung diseases
- Pleural diseases
- Pulmonary fibrosis and interstitial lung diseases
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Sarcoidosis
- Sleep apnea and Sleep disorders
Our services also include critical and intensive care and pulmonary rehabilitation, when needed.
Along with personalized care, IU Health is on the forefront of developing new innovations and technologies. Our partnership with the IU School of Medicine allows faster access to the latest treatment options.
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) research
CF is one of the most common chronic lung diseases in children, but some people are first diagnosed as adults. We are the only center in Indiana that is conducting research on cystic fibrosis in adults. You benefit from the latest and most advanced treatments.
Sleep Apnea Education
IU Health has Sleep Apnea Education Centers across Indiana, including Avon, Carmel, Muncie, and more. Whether you’re wondering, “What are the warning signs of sleep apnea?” or have questions about CPAP supplies, we have you covered.
Quality Respiratory Care Recognition
IU Health is among approximately ten percent of hospitals in the U.S. to receive the Quality Respiratory Care Recognition (QRCR). The program aims to help you and your family make informed decisions about your respiratory care. Hospitals earning the QRCR assure patient safety by agreeing to adhere to a strict set of criteria.
Fully funded research
We have received more than $3 million in research funding in the areas of COPD, lung transplant, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, lung cancer, lung host defense, HIV infection, and the respiratory microbiome.
What do these accolades mean for you when you seek pulmonary care? They mean that you are always getting the best and latest care available.
Why IU Health for Pulmonary & Respiratory Care
Along with personalized care, IU Health is on the forefront of developing new innovations and technologies. Our partnership with the IU School of Medicine allows faster access to the latest treatment options.
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) research
CF is one of the most common chronic lung diseases in children, but some people are first diagnosed as adults. We are the only center in Indiana that is conducting research on cystic fibrosis in adults. You benefit from the latest and most advanced treatments.
Sleep Apnea Education
IU Health has Sleep Apnea Education Centers across Indiana, including Avon, Carmel, Muncie, and more. Whether you’re wondering, “What are the warning signs of sleep apnea?” or have questions about CPAP supplies, we have you covered.
Quality Respiratory Care Recognition
IU Health is among approximately ten percent of hospitals in the U.S. to receive the Quality Respiratory Care Recognition (QRCR). The program aims to help you and your family make informed decisions about your respiratory care. Hospitals earning the QRCR assure patient safety by agreeing to adhere to a strict set of criteria.
Fully funded research
We have received more than $3 million in research funding in the areas of COPD, lung transplant, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, lung cancer, lung host defense, HIV infection, and the respiratory microbiome.
What do these accolades mean for you when you seek pulmonary care? They mean that you are always getting the best and latest care available.
Jul 25
Larry Hurm is a pre-lung transplant patient who utilizes the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation at IU Health Saxony.
Patient Stories for Pulmonology & Respiratory Care
Jul 25
Larry Hurm is a pre-lung transplant patient who utilizes the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation at IU Health Saxony.
