Lung Care

Effective care starts with the right diagnosis. SOMC offers a wide range of tests to check how well your lungs work and pinpoint the cause of your symptoms. Most tests are simple and painless and require little preparation, so they’re easy to fit into your day.

Lung Testing

If you’re a current or former smoker, a lung cancer screening could save your life. This test looks for signs of cancer before you experience symptoms—when it’s easier to treat. Call the SOMC Lung Health Navigator to discuss a lung screening at (740) 356-LUNG.

Lung Cancer Screening

Feel more energetic and reduce your symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Explore Zephyr Valve treatment at SOMC. This procedure places tiny implants in your airways to make breathing easier. It doesn’t require incisions, so you’ll recover in just a few days. Call (740) 356-LUNG to learn more.

Zephyr Valve Treatment

If you need surgery to treat lung cancer or another serious illness, you may benefit from video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS). Instead of making a large incision, this procedure uses small incisions to remove unhealthy tissue from your lungs. You’ll recover sooner and with less pain than after traditional lung surgery. Learn more about this advanced approach.

VATS Procedure

Take charge of your lung health. Ask your doctor for a referral to pulmonary rehabilitation at SOMC. This guided exercise and education program helps reduce your symptoms after a diagnosis of lung disease. You’ll enjoy support from experts and your peers as you work toward a healthier life.

Pulmonary Rehab