Interventional Pulmonology

Advanced Interventional Pulmonology Care Centered on You

At AdventHealth, our interventional pulmonology team in Central Florida provides comprehensive and minimally invasive care for your lungs, airways and pleural conditions. Using innovative technologies, including robotic-assisted bronchoscopy and real-time ultrasound guidance, we diagnose and treat disease earlier and with greater precision, while supporting your whole-person health.

Our approach focuses on reducing the need for invasive surgery whenever possible, allowing for faster recovery, shorter hospital stays and improved comfort through compassionate care.

Interventional Pulmonology Conditions We Treat

Our team specializes in the diagnosis and management of complex lung and airway conditions, including:

  • Advanced emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Airway disorders, such as obstructions, fistulas, strictures and stenosis
  • Benign and malignant tumors of the lungs and airways
  • Bronchopleural fistula and persistent air leaks
  • Foreign body aspiration
  • Hemoptysis (coughing up blood)
  • Lung nodules and masses
  • Mediastinal and hilar lymphadenopathy (enlarged lymph nodes requiring evaluation or biopsy)
  • Pleural effusions (fluid around the lungs), pleural masses and pleural cancers
  • Pleurisy (inflammation of the lung lining)
  • Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis
  • Pulmonary complications related to cancer
  • Suspected or confirmed lung cancer

Lung and Airway Diagnoses, Treatments and Procedures

Our interventional pulmonology team is committed to providing the comprehensive lung and airway care you need to feel whole. From screenings and diagnostics to leading-edge procedures and a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to care, you can feel confident knowing you’re in good hands.

We emphasize early detection and efficient diagnosis through:

  • Evaluation of diffuse and interstitial lung diseases
  • Lung cancer screening programs
  • Minimally invasive biopsy of lung lesions and lymph nodes
  • Rapid evaluation of lung nodules and abnormal imaging
  • Staging of suspected lung cancer is often performed in a single procedure

Our advanced diagnostic approach improves accuracy while minimizing the need for more invasive surgical procedures.

Our interventional pulmonology team offers a full range of advanced, minimally invasive procedures, including:

  • Advanced airway interventions
  • Airway dilation (balloon and rigid techniques)
  • Airway stent placement (silicone and metal)
  • Bronchoscopic lung volume reduction (BLVR)
  • Diagnostic bronchoscopy
  • Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) for real-time biopsy and cancer staging
  • Endobronchial valve placement for severe emphysema
  • Indwelling pleural catheter (IPC) placement and management
  • Management of central airway obstruction
  • Medical pleuroscopy for diagnosis and treatment of pleural disease
  • Pleural disease management
  • Radial EBUS for evaluation of peripheral lung nodules
  • Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy and advanced navigation bronchoscopy
  • Specialized therapies
  • Therapeutic bronchoscopy (rigid and flexible)
  • Thoracentesis
  • Transbronchial cryobiopsy for interstitial lung disease
  • Tumor debulking using mechanical, thermal or cryotherapy techniques
  • Whole lung lavage for pulmonary alveolar proteinosis

These technologies allow for earlier diagnosis, high diagnostic accuracy and reduced need for surgical intervention.

Your care is guided by a dedicated team of specialists, including:

  • Interventional pulmonologists
  • Medical and radiation oncologists
  • Nurse navigators and support team members
  • Radiologists
  • Respiratory therapists
  • Thoracic surgeons

We work closely together to provide coordinated, streamlined care — from diagnosis through treatment and recovery — ensuring every patient receives a personalized care plan.

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When you’re dealing with a lung health issue, you want a provider who understands your condition and how to treat it. Let our expert interventional pulmonologists guide you toward whole-person health so you can take your next breath with ease.

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Answering Your Interventional Pulmonology Questions

We know you may have many questions about your pulmonary health, but rest assured, our board-certified physicians and expert care teams are here to help. Find answers to commonly asked questions about interventional pulmonology below.

  • What should you expect from an interventional pulmonology procedure?

    Many interventional pulmonology procedures are minimally invasive and performed without surgical incisions. Depending on the procedure, patients may go home the same day or require only a short hospital stay. Our goal is to provide efficient, accurate diagnosis and effective treatment with less disruption to your daily life.

  • What does an interventional pulmonologist do?

    Interventional pulmonologists are expert lung doctors who use diagnostic and therapeutic techniques to diagnose and treat lung cancer, including non-small cell and small cell lung cancer and other lung, airway and pleural diseases. Using minimally invasive procedures, such as bronchoscopy, these physicians can get a clearer view of your lungs and airways, delivering safer, more personalized care with less pain and a quicker recovery.

  • Why would you need a bronchoscopy?

    A bronchoscopy is a noninvasive diagnostic solution used by your interventional pulmonologist to diagnose issues in your lungs or other airway conditions. Bronchoscopies can be used to determine the root cause of a persistent cough, coughing up blood or difficulty breathing, among other issues.

  • What happens during a bronchoscopy?

    Once you’re put under sedation and local anesthesia, your doctor inserts a thin, flexible tube with a camera into your throat to view your lungs and airways for diagnosis or treatment. They will also collect a small tissue sample (biopsy) for further examination. This procedure typically takes 30 to 90 minutes.

  • What are the risks of bronchoscopy?

    Bronchoscopies are very safe and low-risk outpatient procedures. Potential risks could include minor bleeding, an infection, a sore throat or fever. Talk to your doctor to determine if a bronchoscopy is your best next step.

  • How long does it take to get bronchoscopy biopsy results?

    It generally takes one to seven days to receive your preliminary bronchoscopy results. However, because of the specialized testing involved, it can take between seven and 10 days to get your biopsy results.

  • What is EBUS?

    Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) is a specialized form of bronchoscopy that uses ultrasound imaging. While a traditional bronchoscopy only allows your physician to see the inside of your airways, EBUS enables them to see through your airway walls for greater diagnostic accuracy. An EBUS procedure is typically used for cancer staging.

Find Interventional Pulmonology Care Near You

Our interventional pulmonology team provides compassionate, expert care for a wide range of lung, airway and pleural conditions, including COPD, lung nodules and various airway disorders. With a multidisciplinary approach to our care, we work together to help you breathe easier with personalized, whole‑person care.