Pulmonologists in Derry, New Hampshire
Lung care is about more than treating health conditions. We help you breathe better to live better.
At Parkland Medical Center, our respiratory physicians use bronchoscopy and pulmonary function tests to diagnose and treat a variety of lung conditions. Above all, we personalize respiratory care to match your unique health goals.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Pulmonary conditions we treat
Our team of skilled lung experts provide care for conditions, such as:
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Emphysema
- Lung cancer
- Pneumonia
Comprehensive pulmonary care
We work with you to identify and treat your unique condition, as well as develop a proactive approach to safeguarding your lung health.
Asthma treatment
If you come to our hospital experiencing an asthma attack, we’ll determine your peak airflow and provide you with specialized treatment. Our physicians also offer care for pediatric asthma through our Pediatric Asthma Care and Training (P.A.C.T.) program.
Bronchoscopy
During a bronchoscopy, your pulmonologist will examine the air passages leading into your lungs using a long, thin, flexible tube with a camera, called a bronchoscope. We use bronchoscopies to diagnose and treat conditions involving the lungs and trachea, such as bleeding, difficulty breathing and chest pain.
You may also be a candidate for an endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), which can help diagnose lung infections and diseases affecting the chest’s lymph nodes.
Lung cancer screening and treatment
Early detection and diagnosis are vital to successfully treat lung cancer. Your doctor may recommend a lung cancer screening if you:
- Are between 55 and 75 years old
- Are currently or formerly a smoker with 30 or more years of smoking
- Have had no incidence of pneumonia for the past twelve weeks
- Have not had a computerized tomography (CT) scan in the past year
If lung cancer is detected, we provide services, such as chemotherapy, biotherapy, physical therapy and pain management.
Pulmonary function testing
Pulmonary function tests reveal how much air your lungs can hold, how much air you can blow out and how hard you can blow air out. These tests help our doctors diagnose a range of conditions, including coughing and respiratory diseases.
We offer a full range of inpatient and outpatient pulmonary tests to measure your lung capacity, flow rates of oxygen, carbon dioxide and other gases. These breathing tests include:
- Diffusion study
- Lung volume measurement
- Spirometry
Pulmonary resources
Our collaborative team of medical professionals will work to promote your long-term health by facilitating support services, such as:
- Access to the latest treatments and therapies
- Education about your specific condition
- Positive lifestyle change recommendations
- Prescription of medications
- Smoking cessation resources