PULMONARY DISEASES

Diseases of the chest can come on suddenly or be life-long problems. We use modern techniques to make the diagnosis quickly.

Technology used to diagnose the problem can include chest x-rays, lung function tests, blood work and oxygen tests, lung biopsy and other methods. Dr. Warner was Cullman's first full-time board certified lung specialist.

The pulmonary conditions we frequently treat include:

Asthma

Allergies / Sinuses

Pneumonia

Emphysema

Bronchitis

C.O.P.D.

Lung Cancer

Tuberculosis

Pulmonary fibrosis

Wheezing

Shortness of Breath

Blood clots

Pleurisy

Pulmonary nodules and masses

Cough/coughing blood

Coal dust and asbestos exposure

Beryllium disease

Alpha-1 Deficiency- In 2016, Chest Medicine of Cullman became Alabama's first and only Alpha-1 Foundation Clinical Resource Center (CRC). CRCs serve as regional centers with a specialization and experience in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency.

Health-Related Sites- we encourage our patients to be well informed and active in the management of their disease.

American Lung Association:

The mission of the American Lung Association is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. Learn about every lung disease by clicking the link.

Lung Cancer. org:

Reference information, referrals, and general health guidelines created specifically for lung cancer patients and their families. ​

What is Asthma

How to Use a metered dose Inhaler

How to Use a Peak Flow Meter​

How to do Pursed-lip Breathing

Freedom from Smoking

Although the first steps can be hard, finding your path to a smokefree life is easier with the right help. The American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking program is a proven way to quit smoking—and stay quit—even if you’ve tried before and went back to smoking.