invasive procedures in place of conventional
diagnostic techniques. Center physicians
have undergone rigorous training in some
of the latest, most effective, non-invasive
technology for diagnosing lung diseases,
particularly lung cancer.
diagnose lung cancer, infections, and
other diseases that cause enlarged
lymph nodes in the chest. This advanced
technology gives the physician a real-
time view of the lungs, airways, blood
vessels and lymph nodes. The physician
can take a biopsy of a lymph node
through the scope without an incision,
meaning that patients recover more
quickly with less pain and discomfort.
invasive technology that aids physicians
in diagnosing lung tumors. It combines
a computerized tomography (CT) image
of the lungs and airways with a flexible
fiberoptic scope and a sophisticated
software package that maps a pathway
through the lungs to the target. The
physician guides the bronchoscope through
the lungs to the mass and removes a
sample of it for laboratory testing.
lung cancer, which gives the patient the
best chance for a cure," Dr. Rosenberg
says. Both of these procedures are
performed in the outpatient setting and
have a low risk of complications.
procedure at UH Ahuja Medical Center
performed by their UH Ahuja doctor, with
the exception of extremely rare or complex
conditions. "We know from our patients
that they prefer to be closer to home, in
more familiar surroundings," Dr. Folz says.
can feel comfortable in knowing they
will receive the same quality of care at UH
Ahuja Medical Center that they would at
UH Cleveland Medical Center (at University
Circle)," he notes. "Pulmonary specialists at
UH Ahuja Medical Center interface with UH
Cleveland Medical Center at several levels,
ensuring that we have standardization of
protocols for diagnosis and treatment."
also care for patients at UH Cleveland
Medical Center. The center is backed
by University Hospitals' expertise in
cardiology, digestive diseases and cancer
so that patients can be easily referred to a
UH specialist in those areas if needed.
driving forces in the creation of the center. To
make this a reality, the center has established
a unique relationship with Menorah Park
in Beachwood. "For patients who are
discharged from the hospital following
surgery for lung disease but are not ready to
go home, we have developed a pulmonary
rehabilitation program at Menorah Park,"
Dr. Rosenberg explains. "It is designed to
provide the support and services patients
need to transition from hospital to home
safely and in a way that minimizes the risk of
a subsequent readmission."
UH Ahuja physicians in the UH Lung Health
Center for ongoing care and monitoring.
Local area residents who are hospitalized
at UH Cleveland Medical Center or other
UH facilities also are welcome to make their
follow-up appointments at the center.
2017. In the meantime, questions about
the center and its services may be directed
to Dr. Rosenberg at 216-285-5050.