Lung & Breathing Disorders

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Lung & Breathing Disorders

Lung & Breathing Disorders

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Columbia offers comprehensive and cutting edge care to patients with breathing disorders, allergic conditions, and critical illnesses. Our experts have experience diagnosing and treating everything from common disorders to advanced lung disease and complex conditions. We work closely with experts across Columbia as part of a highly integrated care team, and our specialized programs are led by nationally recognized leaders in their fields.

Pulmonary Services

Acute Respiratory Failure

Critical Care at NewYork-Presbyterian/Milstein and Allen Hospitals

We are an Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) platinum-level Distinguished Center of Excellence.

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Allergic Pulmonary Disorders

Our allergists and pulmonologists provide comprehensive care for complex allergic conditions that affect the airways and lungs.

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Asthma

John Edsall-John Wood Asthma Center

Our team works with you to create an individualized treatment plan to identify triggers and improve everyday quality of life.

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Bronchiectasis and Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)

Bronchiectasis Center

Our multidisciplinary team of specialists provides exceptional care for bronchiectasis and primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) patients.

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

The Jo-Ann F. LeBuhn Center for Chest Disease and Respiratory Failure

CUIMC/NYP was recently ranked #1 for COPD in New York State and among the top programs in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

Byron Thomashow, MD, meets with a patient

Cystic Fibrosis

​​The Gunnar Esiason Adult Cystic Fibrosis and Lung Program

​​Our program is the premier site for adult cystic fibrosis (CF) care and research in the New York City area, offering comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of cystic fibrosis and related conditions.

Emily DiMango, MD, meets with a patient in the Adult CF Program.

Diaphragm Disorders

The Diaphragm Center at CUIMC

The Diaphragm Center at Columbia offers the most advanced diagnostic and treatment strategies available for diaphragm and phrenic nerve conditions.

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General Pulmonology

Care for Chronic Respiratory Issues

Columbia provides state-of-the-art diagnosis and care for pulmonary diseases, respiratory issues, and breathing-related sleep disorders.

Carlton McGregor, MD, and Byron Thomashow, MD

Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT)

The HHT Center of Excellence at CUIMC/NYP

As New York state's only designated Center of Excellence by Cure HHT, Columbia offers the highest level of care for patients with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia.

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Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)

Columbia Interstitial Lung Disease Program

The multidisciplinary ILD Program at Columbia provides world-class care for patients with many types of interstitial lung disease (ILD).

Nine members of the Interstitial Lung Disease clinical team

Interventional Pulmonology

Complex Airway, Lung, and Pleural Programs at Columbia

The Interventional Pulmonology Program at Columbia offers minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for all types of airway, lung, and pleural diseases.

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Lung Cancer

Columbia offers the most advanced comprehensive care for patients with lung cancer, including the latest research and clinical trials, and support from diagnosis to treatment to survivorship.

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Lung Transplantation

The Center for Advanced Lung Disease and Lung Transplantation

Since 1986, Columbia has provided the highest-quality care to extremely ill patients with end-stage lung disease.

Columbia Transplant clinician walks with lung transplant patient; patient is using supplemental oxygen.

Pulmonary Diagnostics

Cecily & Robert Harris Pulmonary Diagnostic Center

The Cecily & Robert Harris Pulmonary Diagnostic Center at Columbia offers state-of-the-art testing and analysis of lung function.

Patient undergoing Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)

Sleep Disorders

The Columbia University Center for Sleep Medicine

Our team offers comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for sleep disorders, with a special emphasis on conditions related to airway issues.

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Thoracic Surgery

The Surgical Lung and Chest Care Program at Columbia

Columbia is a leader in minimally invasive techniques and advanced procedures like lung volume reduction.

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Treatment Driven by the Latest Research

Columbia has helped pioneer many of today's most advanced techniques and procedures—and we're actively involved in research exploring tomorrow's treatments for lung diseases and related conditions. We participate in a number of clinical trials for new therapies and strategies for diagnosis, treatment, management, and prevention of pulmonary conditions.

Clinical Trials at Columbia

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To learn about clinical trials for lung and breathing disorders at Columbia, visit the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine at VP&S.

Explore Our Clinical Trials

The Price Family Center for Comprehensive Chest Care

The Price Family Center for Comprehensive Chest Care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia is the largest and most comprehensive lung and esophageal disease care program in the New York City area. The center offers state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Our dedicated multidisciplinary teams include surgeons, pulmonologists, gastroenterologists, medical and radiation oncologists, nursing coordinators, pulmonary rehabilitation/physical therapy professionals—in one convenient location.

Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine

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A Multidisciplinary Approach to Care

Pulmonary diseases can require care from a number of different medical specialties. Columbia offers state-of-the-art treatments and coordinated care through our specialized programs and centers. We bring together experts from across Columbia to deliver personalized treatment and support for you and your family.

Looking for a Pediatric Provider?

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The pediatric pulmonologists with ColumbiaDoctors Children's Health offer world-class care for breathing disorders in children and adolescents.

Visit Pediatric Pulmonology at ColumbiaDoctors Children's Health