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Pulmonology

Pulmonary medicine focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases of the lungs and respiratory tract. Pulmonologists at BASS Medical Group are highly trained specialists who help patients breathe easier and improve their overall lung function. Our board-certified physicians have expertise in treating both common and complex respiratory conditions and are also experienced in critical care and sleep medicine.

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Symptoms of Respiratory and Sleep Disorders

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you may need to see a pulmonologist:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Chronic cough
  • Wheezing
  • Chest pain or tightness
  • Frequent respiratory infections
  • Fatigue due to breathing issues
  • Snoring or difficulty sleeping
  • Excessive daytime drowsiness

Conditions We Treat

Our pulmonologists diagnose and treat a wide range of respiratory and sleep disorders, including:

  • Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
  • Asthma
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Interstitial Lung Disease
  • Lung Cancer & Masses
  • Occupational Lung Disease
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Tuberculosis
  • Pulmonary Vascular Disease
  • Sarcoidosis of the Lungs
  • Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)

Sleep Disorders Treated:

  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
  • Narcolepsy
  • Restless Leg Syndrome
  • Insomnia
  • Circadian Rhythm Disorders

Diagnosing and Treating Pulmonary Conditions

During the evaluation and treatment process, your pulmonologist might ask that you undergo one or more of the following procedures:

In the event you are diagnosed with a respiratory disease or sleep disorder, they will recommend a treatment plan that is tailored to your individual health and needs. For respiratory diseases, this may include prescription medication, inhalers, or therapy. If your condition is serious and requires further care, your pulmonologist will make suggestions as to what your next steps should be. Treatments for sleep disorders vary and depend on the individual needs of the patient and the specific disorder. Treatments can include a combination of therapy and medication, as well as surgery in more extreme cases. For obstructive sleep apnea, your pulmonologists will likely recommend a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine, as it is considered the gold standard for treatment.

Once diagnosed, our specialists create personalized treatment plans that may include:

  • Prescription medications & inhalers
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation & therapy
  • CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) for sleep apnea
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Surgery in severe cases
Services We OfferOur pulmonologists provide a full spectrum of services to help manage and improve respiratory health:
  • Comprehensive lung function testing
  • Advanced imaging and diagnostic procedures
  • Sleep disorder evaluations and treatment plans
  • Critical care management for severe respiratory conditions
  • Smoking cessation programs
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation programs

Specialized Services in Critical Care & Sleep Medicine

Pulmonologists play a crucial role in critical care medicine, managing patients with life-threatening respiratory conditions in hospital ICUs. Many of our pulmonologists specialize in critical care and hold privileges at hospitals across the Bay Area. Additionally, our sleep medicine specialists provide expert care for sleep disorders. With access to advanced sleep centers, they offer state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and tailored therapies to improve sleep quality.

Comprehensive Pulmonary Care at BASS Medical Group

Our pulmonologists are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care for respiratory and sleep disorders. Whether you need treatment for a chronic lung condition, sleep disorder management, or critical care expertise, our specialists are here to help. Schedule an appointment today to take control of your lung health and improve your quality of life.

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Symptoms

Symptoms of Respiratory and Sleep Disorders

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you may need to see a pulmonologist:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Chronic cough
  • Wheezing
  • Chest pain or tightness
  • Frequent respiratory infections
  • Fatigue due to breathing issues
  • Snoring or difficulty sleeping
  • Excessive daytime drowsiness

Conditions We Treat

Our pulmonologists diagnose and treat a wide range of respiratory and sleep disorders, including:

  • Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
  • Asthma
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Interstitial Lung Disease
  • Lung Cancer & Masses
  • Occupational Lung Disease
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Tuberculosis
  • Pulmonary Vascular Disease
  • Sarcoidosis of the Lungs
  • Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)

Sleep Disorders Treated:

  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
  • Narcolepsy
  • Restless Leg Syndrome
  • Insomnia
  • Circadian Rhythm Disorders

Treatments

Diagnosing and Treating Pulmonary Conditions

During the evaluation and treatment process, your pulmonologist might ask that you undergo one or more of the following procedures:

In the event you are diagnosed with a respiratory disease or sleep disorder, they will recommend a treatment plan that is tailored to your individual health and needs. For respiratory diseases, this may include prescription medication, inhalers, or therapy. If your condition is serious and requires further care, your pulmonologist will make suggestions as to what your next steps should be. Treatments for sleep disorders vary and depend on the individual needs of the patient and the specific disorder. Treatments can include a combination of therapy and medication, as well as surgery in more extreme cases. For obstructive sleep apnea, your pulmonologists will likely recommend a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine, as it is considered the gold standard for treatment.

Services

Once diagnosed, our specialists create personalized treatment plans that may include:

  • Prescription medications & inhalers
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation & therapy
  • CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) for sleep apnea
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Surgery in severe cases
Services We OfferOur pulmonologists provide a full spectrum of services to help manage and improve respiratory health:
  • Comprehensive lung function testing
  • Advanced imaging and diagnostic procedures
  • Sleep disorder evaluations and treatment plans
  • Critical care management for severe respiratory conditions
  • Smoking cessation programs
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation programs

Specialized Services in Critical Care & Sleep Medicine

Pulmonologists play a crucial role in critical care medicine, managing patients with life-threatening respiratory conditions in hospital ICUs. Many of our pulmonologists specialize in critical care and hold privileges at hospitals across the Bay Area. Additionally, our sleep medicine specialists provide expert care for sleep disorders. With access to advanced sleep centers, they offer state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and tailored therapies to improve sleep quality.

Comprehensive Pulmonary Care at BASS Medical Group

Our pulmonologists are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care for respiratory and sleep disorders. Whether you need treatment for a chronic lung condition, sleep disorder management, or critical care expertise, our specialists are here to help. Schedule an appointment today to take control of your lung health and improve your quality of life.

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