Expert care and treatment for lung and breathing conditions
East Alabama Pulmonology is an outpatient clinic that specializes in treating patients who have asthma, COPD, shortness of breath, chronic coughing or other conditions impacting the lungs and respiratory system.
Our team of pulmonology specialists works with each patient to understand their medical history, risk factors and goals to develop the most appropriate treatment plan.
Services we provide
We offer comprehensive pulmonology care for patients in Opelika, Auburn and communities across east Alabama and west Georgia.
- Diagnosis and long-term management of lung conditions: Whether you are dealing with a worsening cough or are seeking evaluation after a worrying lung scan, our team is here to help.
- On-site pulmonary function tests (PFT): We offer pulmonary function tests (PFT) to evaluate how well your lungs are performing. These simple tests are completed in the clinic setting, offering convenience.
- Lung cancer screenings: For patients who are at high risk for lung cancer, our team works with your primary care provider to coordinate low-dose CT scan lung cancer screenings.
Lung cancer screening recommendations - Advanced evaluation for lung nodules: Our clinic offers a Lung Nodule Clinic to rapidly identify, evaluate and diagnose lung nodules in cases of potential lung cancer, offering patients answers sooner.
To learn more about the services available at East Alabama Pulmonology, visit our pulmonology page.
Conditions we treat
Our pulmonology specialists help diagnose, manage and treat diseases involving the respiratory tract.
Some of the conditions we treat include:
- Asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Interstitial lung disease, including pulmonary fibrosis
- Lingering lung issues following COVID-19
- Lung nodules
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Windpipe and bronchial obstructions
We also evaluate symptoms that may point to a lung condition, such as shortness of breath or a worsening cough lasting longer than eight weeks.
Becoming a patient at East Alabama Pulmonology
In most cases, patients will need a referral from their primary care provider. If you have concerns about your breathing or lung health, talk with your primary care provider about whether a visit with a pulmonologist is right for you.
Please check with your insurance provider to see if a referral is needed for your plan.
For referring providers: Referrals can be sent directly to East Alabama Pulmonology by faxing to (334) 528-6671 or through East Alabama Health's EHR platform.