Pulmonology

The C. DuWayne Schmidt Chest Clinic brings together nationally recognized pulmonary specialists, cutting edge technology and exciting research to provide the highest quality pulmonary care available. We are a tertiary referral site where our physicians provide specialized out-patient consultation and treatment for patients with a wide variety of complex sub-acute and chronic pulmonary conditions. 

Our mission is to help people live the healthiest lives possible through delivery of extraordinary care through our engaged caregivers including the fundamentals of safety, quality, patient experience, access and stewardship. As part of the mission, our clinic provides a training environment for medical trainees including medical and nursing students, resident physicians and clinical fellows. 

New patient consults and appointments are by physician referral only. We reserve the right to request additional information or testing prior to scheduling an appointment with one of our providers.

Common Conditions We Treat

• Asthma
• Bronchiectasis
• Cystic Fibrosis
• Chronic cough
• Chronic bronchitis
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Emphysema
• Pulmonary fibrosis and interstitial lung diseases
• Lung cancer
• Pulmonary infections
• Pulmonary hypertension (PH)
• Sarcoidosis
• Unexplained shortness of breath

See other providers for the following conditions below: 

• Sleep Apnea and sleep related disorders
• Allergies (unrelated to primary lung disease) and Primary immune deficiencies
• Voice disorders and vocal cord dysfunction
• Stable pulmonary diseases that do not require ongoing care from a pulmonary specialist