Pulmonology

Pulmonology Services

Expert Pulmonology Care in Marion and Grant County

Healthy lungs are essential to your overall well-being. At Marion Health, our pulmonology team specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions that affect the lungs and respiratory system. Whether you're experiencing a chronic cough, shortness of breath, asthma, COPD, sleep-related breathing disorders, or other pulmonary conditions, our specialists are here to help.

Serving patients throughout Marion, Grant County, and surrounding communities, we use advanced diagnostic technology and evidence-based treatment plans to identify the cause of respiratory symptoms and develop personalized care. Our goal is to improve lung function, relieve symptoms, and help you live a healthier, more active life.

Pulmonary Diagnostic Services

Accurate diagnosis is the foundation of effective pulmonary care. Marion Health offers advanced diagnostic tools to evaluate lung function and detect respiratory conditions early.

Diagnostic Testing Available

  • Chest X-Rays
  • CT Scans
  • Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
  • Ion robotic-assisted lung biopsy: A cutting-edge, minimally invasive procedure that helps your doctor determine if your nodule is cancerous

Respiratory Therapy Services

Respiratory Therapy is an essential support service within Pulmonology, providing specialized respiratory care for patients of all ages, from newborns through adulthood. Our licensed respiratory therapists work closely with physicians and other members of the care team to deliver comprehensive inpatient and outpatient respiratory services.

Inpatient Respiratory Services

Our respiratory therapists provide care throughout the hospital, including:

Care Areas

  • Emergency Room
  • Critical Care
  • Progressive Care
  • Medical and Telemetry
  • Pediatric Unit
  • Specialty Care Nursery
  • Respiratory Treatments and Services (H4)
  • Oxygen therapy
  • High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) therapy
  • Non-invasive ventilation (CPAP and BiPAP)
  • Mechanical ventilation management
  • Ventilator weaning and extubation support
  • Emergency airway management and rapid response support
  • Tracheostomy care and education
  • Blood gas (ABG/VBG) collection and analysis
  • Aerosolized medication treatments (nebulizer therapy)
  • Home oxygen qualification testing
  • Incentive spirometry
  • Co-Oximetry monitoring
  • Pulmonary assessment and respiratory monitoring
  • Respiratory care protocols
  • Code Blue and emergency response services
  • Patient and family education on respiratory conditions and respiratory equipment
  • Patient education for chronic respiratory diseases, including asthma and COPD
  • Airway Clearance Therapies (H4)
  • Chest physiotherapy
  • Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP) therapy
  • Bronchoscopy support
  • Suctioning and secretion management

Outpatient Respiratory Services

Our outpatient respiratory services provide testing to diagnose, monitor, and manage lung disease.

Diagnostic Testing

  • Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
  • Spirometry
  • Diffusion Capacity (DLCO) testing
  • Bronchodilator responsiveness testing
  • Six-minute walk testing
  • Home oxygen qualification testing
  • Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) collection and analysis

Why Choose Marion Health for Pulmonology?

Patients throughout Marion, Grant County, and surrounding communities trust Marion Health for comprehensive pulmonary care because we offer:

  • Advanced diagnostic technology
  • Experienced pulmonologists and respiratory therapists
  • Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient respiratory services
  • Collaborative, patient-centered care
  • Education and support for managing chronic lung conditions
  • Convenient access to care close to home

Schedule Your Pulmonology Appointment

If you're experiencing breathing difficulties, have been referred for pulmonary testing, or need specialized care for a lung condition, Marion Health is here to help.

Contact Our Team

Access Marion Health Pulmonology by Calling (765) 660-6330 to learn more about our pulmonology services.