About This Location
Terrebonne General Pulmonology Care specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders such as:
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disorders (COPD)
- Emphysema
- Lung cancer
- Tuberculosis
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Bronchiectasis
- Sleep disorders
- Other restrictive diseases
Low-Dose CT Lung Cancer Screening
Breathe easier & get screened with our lung cancer screening program.
In partnership with our Cancer Center, our pulmonologists conduct a low-dose computed tomography, also called a low-dose CT scan. This screening is recommended only for adults who have no symptoms but are at high risk for developing lung cancer.
The scan only takes a few minutes and is not painful. You will lie on a table and an x-ray machine uses a low amount of radiation to make detailed images of your lungs.
When to get screened:
- Age 50-80
- Asymptomatic (no signs or symptoms of lung disease)
- Tobacco smoking history of at least 20 pack-years
- One pack-year=smoking one pack per day for one year (1 pack = 20 cigarettes)
- Current smoker or one who has quit smoking within the last 15 years
Advanced Pulmonary Diagnostics:
Terrebonne General Pulmonology Care is proud to be the only clinic in the region to provide the most advanced diagnostic technology.
Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) is a procedure that uses ultrasound technology in combination with bronchoscopy to visualize the walls of the airways and surrounding structures. EBUS allows doctors to locate hard-to-reach tumors and small cell lung cancer. EBUS can also be used to take a biopsy from tissue in the lungs or the surrounding lymph nodes in the chest.
Robotic Bronchoscopy
During robotic-assisted bronchoscopy with Ion, your physician guides an ultra-thin catheter through your airway to the area of your lung for biopsy.
The small, flexible catheter can reach all segments of the lung—even far into the outer lung.
Once the nodule for the biopsy is located, the catheter locks in place. Your physician will insert biopsy tools through the catheter to take a sample of your lung tissue.
Ask your doctor today for more information.
This clinic has transitioned to a hospital-based outpatient department of Terrebonne General Health System.
Depending on the clinical services provided, patients may incur additional out-of-pocket expenses and/or receive two bills as follows:
• Technical Services - charges for medical or technical equipment,
supplies, and services.
• Professional Services - charges for physician and clinical professional
treatment and procedures
Co-insurance and deductibles may apply and could be covered by a secondary insurance policy.
For any further questions or concerns, please contact our Customer Service Team at 985-873-5283.
How to Schedule an Appointment
A physician referral is necessary. Our office will contact you directly to schedule an appointment.
Insurance
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