SGMC Health’s Pulmonary Services department is dedicated to the diagnosis, education and treatment of patients with breathing disorders, such as asthma, emphysema, and pneumonia. The department is staffed by certified, licensed, and registered respiratory therapists who provide services, both inpatient and outpatient, under the direction of pulmonologists and physicians.
Inpatient Services
- Mechanical ventilation (conventional and non-invasive)
- CPAP
- Airway management
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Arterial cannulation
- Tracheal intubation
- Blood gas analysis
- Oxygen therapy
- Bronchial hygiene therapy
- Aerosolized medications
- Oxygenation profiles
- Pulse oximetry
- End tidal CO2 monitoring
Special Tests & Procedures
Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm
- Spirometry (with and without bronchodilators)
- Disability testing
- Lung volumes (plethysmography)
- Diffusion capacity
- Impulse oscillometry
- Bronchial challenge testing (methacholine)
- Indirect calorimetry
- Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (simple and complex)
- Oximetry trending
- Sputum induction
- pH/blood gas analysis
- Bronchoscopy assistance
For more information, call 229.259.4462.
Lung Nodule Clinic
SGMC Health recently launched the Lung Nodule Clinic, a specialized center focused on the early detection and treatment of pulmonary nodules, which are often the first indicators of lung cancer. This clinic expands SGMC Health’s lung care services and reflects our commitment to innovative, patient-centered care.
Expert Team & Multidisciplinary Approach
The clinic brings together pulmonologists, radiologists, thoracic surgeons, oncologists, and a dedicated lung navigator to ensure seamless coordination and personalized care.
Screening & Eligibility
Patients may qualify for low-dose CT lung cancer screening if they:
- Are between ages 50 to 77
- Are current smokers or quit within the past 15 years
- Have a 20 pack/year smoking history
Screenings are available at SGMC Health Main, Lanier, and Berrien campuses, making access convenient across the region. If areas of concern are found, a biopsy is scheduled.
Robotic-Assisted Biopsy with Ion Technology
SGMC Health is the first in the region to offer robotic-assisted lung biopsies using the Ion robotic bronchoscopy system. This advanced technology features an ultra-thin, flexible catheter that navigates deep into the lungs, allowing for:
- Minimally invasive procedures
- Faster diagnosis
- Improved access to tissue samples
- Enhanced patient outcomes