Interventional Pulmonology

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Our Interventional Pulmonology Program combines the expertise of our team with the latest medical advancements to provide a full spectrum of care, from diagnosis to treatment and recovery. Our multidisciplinary approach involves working closely with specialists from other fields such as oncology, thoracic surgery, and respiratory therapy, ensuring that each patient receives the most effective treatment plan tailored to their needs.

Pulmonary Conditions We Treat

Lung cancer
Airway obstructions
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Pleural effusion (fluid buildup around the lungs)
Foreign body aspiration (removal)
Pulmonary infections
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
Pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in lungs)
Lung nodules

Specialized Care That's Right for You

Dr. Talal Dahhan, Chief of Pulmonology and Critical Care Medicine, discusses how specialized care and evidence-based management plans make Baystate Health is a leader in pulmonary medicine and critical care.

Interventional Pulmonology Services and Support

Bronchoscopy

Flexible Bronchoscopy: A minimally invasive procedure used to examine the airways, take biopsies, and remove mucus or foreign bodies.
Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS): Combines bronchoscopy with ultrasound to guide biopsy of lymph nodes and other tissues in the chest, helping to diagnose lung cancer and other diseases.
Robotic assisted Bronchoscopy (ENB): A cutting-edge imaging technique that allows for precise navigation to biopsy or treat deep lung lesions with minimal complications and pain.
Cryobiopsy: A procedure to obtain tissue samples from the lungs using a freezing probe, often helpful in diagnosing interstitial lung diseases.

Airway Stenting and Dilation

Airway Stenting: Stents are used to open narrowed or obstructed airways, often in patients with lung cancer or other conditions that cause airway collapse.
Balloon Dilation: A technique that uses a balloon to expand narrow airways, helping improve airflow.

Pleural Procedures

Thoracentesis: A procedure to remove fluid from the pleural space (the area around the lungs), often done for patients with pleural effusion (fluid around the lungs).
Pleurodesis: A treatment to prevent fluid buildup by causing the pleural layers to adhere to each other, used for recurring pleural effusions.

Tumor Ablation

Laser Therapy: Uses laser energy to remove or shrink tumors in the airway.
Radiofrequency Ablation: Uses heat to destroy cancerous tissue in the lungs and airways.
Bronchoscopic Cryotherapy: Utilizes extremely cold temperatures to destroy abnormal tissues and tumors in the lungs.

Foreign Body Removal