Pulmonologists at The Christ Hospital Health Network Raise Awareness for World Lung Day

Experts are trained in ground-breaking treatments for pulmonary disease including but not limited to:

Asthma

Chronic Bronchitis

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Lung Cancer

Lung Nodules

Pulmonary Infiltrates

One of the leading treatments for COPD is endobronchial valve implants, also known as Zephyr Valves. The minimally invasive surgical option for patients with severe COPD and emphysema provides an alternative to more invasive traditional lung volume reduction surgery. The valves are implanted in selected airways of the lungs without incisions or cutting.

“These valves divert the airflow to the healthier lobes which were impeded by the lobe with more emphysema and allows them to supply more oxygen to the blood, which gives the patient more energy,” said Vishal Jivan, MD, pulmonologist at The Christ Hospital Health Network. “Most patients find they have more energy and tolerance for exercise and physical activity. In clinical studies, patients treated with endobronchial valve implants have been shown to breathe easier, be more active and enjoy an improved quality of life.”

Thanks to the number of successful procedures performed, The Christ Hospital has been designated as the only Premier Practice Site in Greater Cincinnati by Pulmonx, the creator of the Zephyr Valve. If you’re interested in scheduling an appointment with The Christ Hospital Physicians – Pulmonary Medicine team or to find out if you may be a candidate for a Zephyr Valve, contact them at (513) 241-5489 or visit their website here.

About The Christ Hospital Health Network

The Christ Hospital Health Network consists of an acute care hospital located in Mt. Auburn, a remote hospital location in Liberty Township, five ambulatory outpatient centers and dozens of medical offices throughout the region. For more than 130 years, The Christ Hospital has provided compassionate care to those it serves. Made up for more than 1,300 physicians and more than 6,500 team members, our mission is to improve the health of our community by providing exceptional outcomes in an affordable way. The Network was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #1 hospital in the Cincinnati Region and named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals list in 2024. It is also a Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award recipient, which recognizes top-performing healthcare organizations that achieve the 95th percentile or above of performance in patient experience.