Pulmonary · Condition
Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer is among the most treatable cancers when found early — which is
why screening matters for people at higher risk.
What is Lung Cancer?
Lung Cancer is among the most treatable cancers when found early — which is why screening matters for people at higher risk. Our role is to evaluate concerning findings quickly, obtain a precise diagnosis, and coordinate seamlessly with thoracic surgery and oncology so you never have to navigate care alone.
Causes & risk factors
Smoking
The leading risk factor, including past smoking and secondhand smoke.
Radon & exposures
Radon gas, asbestos, and certain workplace exposures.
Family history
A close relative with lung cancer raises your risk.
Recognize These in Yourself or
Someone You Love?
Symptoms
A cough that lingers or changes
Coughing up blood
Chest pain
Unexplained weight loss
Shortness of breath
How we diagnose it
When imaging shows something that needs a closer look, we obtain tissue safely and precisely.
Frequently asked questions
Should I be screened?
If you are 50–80 with a significant smoking history, a low-dose CT screening may be right for you. We can review your eligibility.
Does a lung nodule mean cancer?
Most nodules are not cancer. We assess the risk and recommend the right follow-up — often just monitoring.
