American Medical Group is proud to offer a comprehensive pulmonology clinic dedicated to exceptional care for respiratory and sleep related conditions. We provide a full spectrum of services, including the diagnosis, treatment, and management of conditions like asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and sleep apnea. Our team of board certified pulmonologists and advanced practice providers combines clinical excellence with a compassionate, patient centered approach. By utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and innovative therapies, we create personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Our Expertise
We treat a wide range of conditions using a personalized approach rooted in science and compassion.
Complex Breathing Issues
Our Complex Respiratory Care program provides specialized support for individuals navigating the daily challenges of persistent asthma, chronic shortness of breath, and basic COPD. We move beyond simple symptom relief by focusing on comprehensive management strategies, including advanced diagnostic testing, medication optimization, and personalized action plans designed to prevent flare-ups. By identifying specific environmental triggers and improving inhaler techniques, we help patients increase their exercise tolerance and slow the progression of chronic lung damage. Our goal is to provide you with the tools and clinical oversight necessary to regain your "breath power," reduce hospital visits, and significantly improve your overall quality of life.
Abnormal Lung Findings
Our diagnostic and consultative service specializes in the rapid evaluation and management of complex thoracic findings, ranging from chronic structural changes to potential malignancies. We provide a streamlined pathway for patients presenting with lung nodules and masses, utilizing advanced imaging and biopsy techniques to differentiate between benign growths and neoplasms. For patients with lymphadenopathy (enlarged lymph nodes) or bronchiectasis, a condition involving permanent enlargement of the airways, we focus on identifying underlying causes such as chronic infection, inflammation, or systemic disease. By integrating multidisciplinary expertise, we ensure that every abnormal finding is met with a precise diagnosis and a clear, actionable treatment plan tailored to the patient's specific respiratory health.
Sleep Medicine
Our Sleep Medicine service specializes in the diagnosis and long-term management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a condition characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. We utilize advanced diagnostic tools, including in lab polysomnography and convenient at home sleep testing, to precisely measure airflow, oxygen saturation, and respiratory effort. Once a diagnosis is confirmed, we provide a full spectrum of therapeutic options, from Gold Standard CPAP and BiPAP therapy to custom fitted oral appliances and lifestyle modification programs. Our clinical team focuses on personalized titration and ongoing compliance support to ensure you achieve restorative sleep, reduce cardiovascular risks, and eliminate daytime fatigue.
Our Providers
Effective Treatment That's Convenient and Safe for You
Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) is a minimally invasive diagnostic procedure used to evaluate and stage lung cancer, infections, and inflammatory conditions like sarcoidosis. By combining a flexible bronchoscope with a specialized ultrasound probe, physicians can visualize structures beyond the airway walls, such as mediastinal lymph nodes and lung masses in real-time. This technology allows for Transbronchial Needle Aspiration (TBNA), where tissue samples are precisely collected under live guidance without the need for traditional surgical incisions. Performed under sedation, EBUS offers a safer, more accurate alternative to open chest surgery, providing critical information for treatment planning with minimal recovery time.
Flexible Bronchoscopy
Flexible Bronchoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a thin, bendable tube equipped with a high-definition camera to directly visualize and evaluate the lungs' airways. Performed under moderate sedation, it serves as a versatile tool for both diagnosing and treating respiratory conditions, allowing physicians to perform biopsies, collect fluid through bronchoalveolar lavage, and identify the source of persistent coughs or infections. Beyond diagnostics, it enables therapeutic interventions such as the removal of mucus plugs or foreign bodies and the placement of stents to keep narrowed airways open. This "window" into the lungs provides a safe, highly accurate alternative to more invasive surgical methods, ensuring precise care with minimal recovery time.
Lung Biopsy
A Lung Biopsy is a critical diagnostic procedure used to extract a small sample of lung tissue for detailed laboratory analysis, typically to differentiate between malignancy, infection, or inflammatory disease. Depending on the location of the abnormality, tissue can be collected via a Transthoracic Needle Biopsy guided by CT imaging, a Bronchoscopic Biopsy through the airways, or a minimally invasive Surgical Biopsy. This procedure is essential when non-invasive imaging cannot provide a definitive diagnosis, as it allows pathologists to identify specific cellular characteristics. The results are foundational for creating a precise, individualized treatment plan, ensuring that interventions are targeted directly at the underlying pathology with the highest level of accuracy.
Robotic Navigational Bronchoscopy
Robotic Navigational Bronchoscopy is a cutting edge, minimally invasive procedure designed to biopsy small, hard-to-reach nodules located deep within the peripheral lungs. Utilizing a GPS like guidance system and a highly maneuverable robotic catheter, physicians can navigate the lung’s smallest airways with "pinpoint" precision. This technology uses 3D mapping and shape sensing probes to follow a pre-planned path based on a patient’s CT scan, allowing for a more accurate diagnosis of early stage lung cancer than traditional bronchoscopy. By accessing these distal areas through the natural airway, the procedure offers a superior safety profile, significantly reducing the risk of complications such as a collapsed lung compared to external needle biopsies.