Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Disorders Medicine

Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine

The University of Louisville Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine provides patient care, education and research focused on respiratory health, sleep disorders and critical illness. Our faculty provide evaluation and treatment for a range of conditions, including:

• Asthma
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Cystic fibrosis
• Interstitial lung disease
• Pulmonary hypertension
• Lung cancer
• Conditions requiring lung transplantation
• Sleep disorders
• Complex and critical illnesses

Through collaboration among physicians and other healthcare professionals, the division provides evidence-based care based on each patient’s individual health needs.

Pulmonary Care

Our pulmonary programs provide diagnostic, treatment and ongoing management services for patients with respiratory conditions. Specialized services and areas of care include:

• Pulmonary diagnostic testing
• Interventional pulmonology
• Lung cancer screening
• Pulmonary hypertension evaluation and management
• Lung transplant-related care
• Management of chronic and complex respiratory conditions

Faculty work across specialties to coordinate care for patients who may have multiple or complex healthcare needs.

Pulmonary Research

Faculty participate in clinical and scientific research focused on pulmonary and respiratory health. This work contributes to the study of respiratory diseases, diagnostic methods and approaches to treatment and patient care. Research and clinical collaboration also provide opportunities to evaluate new approaches to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions.

Sleep Medicine

Our Sleep Center provides evaluation and treatment for a range of sleep disorders. Services include diagnostic testing and care provided by healthcare professionals with expertise in sleep medicine. The multidisciplinary team works with patients to identify sleep-related health concerns and develop treatment plans based on individual needs.

Critical Care

Our critical care physicians provide care for patients with serious and life-threatening illnesses in intensive care units across multiple healthcare facilities. Critical care teams collaborate with healthcare professionals from different specialties to evaluate patients, manage complex medical conditions and coordinate treatment.

Medical Education and Training

Education is an important part of the division’s mission. Faculty provide clinical education, mentorship and research opportunities for medical students, residents and fellows. Through patient care, research and education, the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine works to advance the understanding and treatment of respiratory conditions, sleep disorders and critical illnesses.