UC Health Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine provides advanced care for a variety of lung and other pulmonary-related diseases. Our world-renowned physicians are known for their superior expertise in pulmonary diseases and critical care medicine and many have been recognized by Best Doctors in America and Top Doctors in Cincinnati. As faculty members of the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, they are dedicated to shaping the future of medicine and are also leading the way for new advancements with ground-breaking research and clinical trials.
To schedule an appointment with any of the UC Health Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine physicians, call (513) 475-8523.
Dedicated ILD Center One of Few in the U.S.
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) is a difficult condition to diagnose and requires coordinated efforts between physicians of multiple specialties, including pulmonologists, pathologists and radiologists. Frank McCormack, MD, and Ralph Panos, MD, work as a team to diagnose ILD and develop an individualized treatment plan for each patient through:
A comprehensive examination of your history including symptoms, occupational history, environmental exposure history and medication use
A thorough analysis of your diagnostic studies, including pulmonary function tests, CT scans and lung biopsy specimens (If you need a lung biopsy, we have experienced, dedicated thoracic surgeons available as part of UC Health.)
Further testing if necessary
As the only multidisciplinary ILD center in Ohio, our goal is not only to perform exemplary diagnostic treatment for this difficult disease, but also to act as a resource for patients and other physicians in the management of ILD. With backing from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, our physicians also strive to improve treatments for ILD through research and clinical trials.
UC Health Nationally Recognized as Treatment Center for Rare Lung Disease
Recognized by Best Doctors in America, Frank McCormack, MD, chief of the division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine in the department of Internal Medicine, is known as the national leader in the treatment and research of lymphangioelomyomatosis (LAM). LAM is a rare, serious, and sometimes fatal lung disease that affects women, causing shortness of breath and recurrent lung collapses, or pneumothoraces. The disease is caused by atypical smooth muscle cells invading the lung, causing tissue destruction by creating holes or cysts.
Along with his colleagues at UC Health and the University of Cincinnati, Dr. McCormack has made groundbreaking discoveries that have lead to new treatments for current LAM patients and easier diagnoses for potential LAM sufferers. Dr. McCormack leads several clinical trials at UC Health that are available for LAM patients, which allows him to provide treatment options that are not yet widely available at other institutions.
Pulmonary Hypertension Care with a Team Approach
The UC Health Pulmonary Hypertension Program is focused on the comprehensive diagnosis and management of adults with this difficult to detect disease. Jean Elwing, MD, is the director of the UC Health Pulmonary Hypertension Program, which strives to provide a team approach for caring for patients, collaborating with the UC Health PH team, referring physicians and the patient.
While pulmonary hypertension has typically been a disease that affects younger women, it is becoming more commonly recognized and diagnosed in all ages, genders and even in children. Dr. Elwing’s years of expertise and advanced training, combined with the medical advancements that are being made with current research, are helping lead to earlier detection of the disease, which is critical to the patient’s overall quality of life. Currently, Dr. Elwing and other UC Health physicians are involved in multiple clinical trials for pulmonary hypertension treatments. For more information on these clinical trials, call (513) 558-7036.
UC Health Works to Transition Care of Childhood Disease Into Adulthood
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a serious, chronic disease that is typically diagnosed within the first two years of life. In previous years, CF meant that it was likely a child wouldn’t live into adulthood; however, with advancements in treatment for this disease, many patients are living and thriving into adulthood and beyond.
UC Health pulmonologist Patricia Joseph, MD, is a pioneer in the region for transitional care of CF patients. She and her colleague, Bruce Trapnell, MD, work closely with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center to develop systems and programs that will successfully and safely transition CF patients from pediatric care to adult care. Each patient is unique and we strive to not only extend their care into adulthood, but improve their quality of life as they continue to live with a chronic disease.
Unique Clinic Offers Patient Support for Asthma, COPD
Asthma is a relatively common yet serious problem that affects a wide range of patients of all ages and genders. At UC Health, our asthma clinic is designed to equip patients with the skills to manage their illness while also treating them with the discovery driven medicine that defines our clinical practice.
Peter Lenz, MD, is fellowship trained in pulmonary medicine and specializes in the care of patients with asthma and COPD. With a heavy focus on academic medicine and a strong compassion for his patients, Dr. Lenz brings a variety of treatment options to his patients, allowing them to have an active hand in the care of their disease.
New Physician Brings Advanced Expertise to UC Health
Sadia Benzaquen, MD, is the region’s only fellowship trained expert in Interventional Bronchoscopy and brings several unique skills with him to UC Health. Dr. Benzaquen is recognized as an asset to our region as his training has equipped him to perform a wide range of treatments and procedures, including:
Airway intervention for lung cancer patients
Navigational bronchoscopy
Endobronchial ultrasound to find and biopsy nodes in the lungs
Medical pleuroscopy without general anesthesia
Argon plasma coagulation
Critical Care Medicine
UC Health critical care medicine specialists manage the Intensive Care Units (ICU) at UC Health University Hospital and at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center. With around 125 patients per month averaging 4 days per hospital stay, Richard Snyder, MD, Mitchell Rashkin, MD, and Elsira Pina, DO, specialize in the care of critically ill patients in the ICU setting, including those suffering from drug overdose, respiratory failure, sepsis, seizures, heart failure, and various other life-threatening illnesses. Other UC Health Pulmonary physicians who practice in the ICU include Brett Kinder, MD, Peter Lenz, MD, and Patricia Joseph, MD.
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For appointments, call 513-475-8523
UC Health Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine provides advanced care for a variety of lung and other pulmonary-related diseases. Our world-renowned physicians are known for their superior expertise in pulmonary diseases and critical care medicine and many have been recognized by Best Doctors in America and Top Doctors in Cincinnati. As faculty members of the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, they are dedicated to shaping the future of medicine and are also leading the way for new advancements with ground-breaking research and clinical trials.
To schedule an appointment with any of the UC Health Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine physicians, call (513) 475-8523.
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) is a difficult condition to diagnose and requires coordinated efforts between physicians of multiple specialties, including pulmonologists, pathologists and radiologists. Frank McCormack, MD, and Ralph Panos, MD, work as a team to diagnose ILD and develop an individualized treatment plan for each patient through:
As the only multidisciplinary ILD center in Ohio, our goal is not only to perform exemplary diagnostic treatment for this difficult disease, but also to act as a resource for patients and other physicians in the management of ILD. With backing from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, our physicians also strive to improve treatments for ILD through research and clinical trials.
UC Health Nationally Recognized as Treatment Center for Rare Lung Disease
Recognized by Best Doctors in America, Frank McCormack, MD, chief of the division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine in the department of Internal Medicine, is known as the national leader in the treatment and research of lymphangioelomyomatosis (LAM). LAM is a rare, serious, and sometimes fatal lung disease that affects women, causing shortness of breath and recurrent lung collapses, or pneumothoraces. The disease is caused by atypical smooth muscle cells invading the lung, causing tissue destruction by creating holes or cysts.
Along with his colleagues at UC Health and the University of Cincinnati, Dr. McCormack has made groundbreaking discoveries that have lead to new treatments for current LAM patients and easier diagnoses for potential LAM sufferers. Dr. McCormack leads several clinical trials at UC Health that are available for LAM patients, which allows him to provide treatment options that are not yet widely available at other institutions.
Pulmonary Hypertension Care with a Team Approach
The UC Health Pulmonary Hypertension Program is focused on the comprehensive diagnosis and management of adults with this difficult to detect disease. Jean Elwing, MD, is the director of the UC Health Pulmonary Hypertension Program, which strives to provide a team approach for caring for patients, collaborating with the UC Health PH team, referring physicians and the patient.
While pulmonary hypertension has typically been a disease that affects younger women, it is becoming more commonly recognized and diagnosed in all ages, genders and even in children. Dr. Elwing’s years of expertise and advanced training, combined with the medical advancements that are being made with current research, are helping lead to earlier detection of the disease, which is critical to the patient’s overall quality of life. Currently, Dr. Elwing and other UC Health physicians are involved in multiple clinical trials for pulmonary hypertension treatments. For more information on these clinical trials, call (513) 558-7036.
UC Health Works to Transition Care of Childhood Disease Into Adulthood
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a serious, chronic disease that is typically diagnosed within the first two years of life. In previous years, CF meant that it was likely a child wouldn’t live into adulthood; however, with advancements in treatment for this disease, many patients are living and thriving into adulthood and beyond.
UC Health pulmonologist Patricia Joseph, MD, is a pioneer in the region for transitional care of CF patients. She and her colleague, Bruce Trapnell, MD, work closely with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center to develop systems and programs that will successfully and safely transition CF patients from pediatric care to adult care. Each patient is unique and we strive to not only extend their care into adulthood, but improve their quality of life as they continue to live with a chronic disease.
Asthma is a relatively common yet serious problem that affects a wide range of patients of all ages and genders. At UC Health, our asthma clinic is designed to equip patients with the skills to manage their illness while also treating them with the discovery driven medicine that defines our clinical practice.
Peter Lenz, MD, is fellowship trained in pulmonary medicine and specializes in the care of patients with asthma and COPD. With a heavy focus on academic medicine and a strong compassion for his patients, Dr. Lenz brings a variety of treatment options to his patients, allowing them to have an active hand in the care of their disease.
New Physician Brings Advanced Expertise to UC Health
Sadia Benzaquen, MD, is the region’s only fellowship trained expert in Interventional Bronchoscopy and brings several unique skills with him to UC Health. Dr. Benzaquen is recognized as an asset to our region as his training has equipped him to perform a wide range of treatments and procedures, including:
Critical Care Medicine
UC Health critical care medicine specialists manage the Intensive Care Units (ICU) at UC Health University Hospital and at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center. With around 125 patients per month averaging 4 days per hospital stay, Richard Snyder, MD, Mitchell Rashkin, MD, and Elsira Pina, DO, specialize in the care of critically ill patients in the ICU setting, including those suffering from drug overdose, respiratory failure, sepsis, seizures, heart failure, and various other life-threatening illnesses. Other UC Health Pulmonary physicians who practice in the ICU include Brett Kinder, MD, Peter Lenz, MD, and Patricia Joseph, MD.
Discover the latest news on UC Health Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at UC Health News, your link to the most up-to-date information on education, research and clinical care.