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The Lung Program

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The Lung Program at St. Joseph's Hospital

About Our Lung Program

At St. Joseph’s Hospital, our lung program combines cutting-edge technology with expertise and compassionate care. From screening to treatment, we make sure that all our patients have the best possible outcomes. Every patient is treated by our experienced team of multidisciplinary physicians and clinical providers, as well as a nurse navigator to help guide them through each step of their journey.

Our multidisciplinary team includes:

  • Radiologist
  • Pathologist
  • Pulmonologist
  • Thoracic surgeon
  • Medical oncologist
  • Radiation oncologist
  • Clinical research coordinator
  • CaPSS (Cancer Patient Support Service) counselor
  • Nurse Navigator
  • Respiratory therapists
  • Rehabilitation technicians

Specialized Treatment and Care

With the advanced technologies we use, our patients have many options for specialized treatments and personalized plans of care. Patients can trust that St. Joseph’s Hospital is dedicated to providing the highest level of care while helping to ensure the best quality of life and long-term follow up.

Our services include:

  • Lung cancer screening
  • Lung cancer evaluation

Some of the advanced services we offer are:

  • Advanced Imaging (PET or CT scan)
  • Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy
  • Endobronchial ultrasound
  • Interventional pulmonology
  • Interventional radiology
  • Lung ablation
  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Navigational bronchoscopy
  • Personalized medical nutrition therapy
  • Pulmonary rehab
  • Radiation therapy
  • Respiratory therapy
  • Robotic-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (RATS)
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery
  • Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)
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For more information on our lung program or referral process, please contact the Nurse Navigator

Phone: (813) 870-4149
Fax: (813) 870-4825
Email

If you smoke or have smoked, you may be eligible for a lung cancer screening. Talk to your doctor about lung cancer screening eligibility or view our Lung Cancer Screening Program page for more information.

 

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Ion Bronchoscopy

With the Ion platform, St. Joseph's Hospital provides a more precise and minimally invasive way to diagnose lung nodules for our patients. This advanced technology helps your doctor to accurately reach and sample these small areas of dense lung tissue, reducing the risk of complications and discomforts often associated with traditional biopsies. Real-time imaging and robotic assistance make the procedure more efficient and accurate, leading to faster and more reliable diagnosis. This allows for earlier detection and treatment of lung conditions, giving you peace of mind and a better chance for successful outcomes.