Pulmonary & Critical Care
The Schenectady Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Disorders Centers at Ellis Medicine
We are excited to announce that the Schenectady Pulmonary & Critical Care Associates (SPCCA) is now part of Ellis Medicine, expanding our commitment to comprehensive lung and sleep health support.
Expert Care for Lung Conditions
Our team of combined specialists understands the impact that lung conditions can have on your quality of life and is dedicated to diagnosing and treating a wide range of lung disorders, including:
- Asthma
- COPD (including the Zephyr Endobronchial Valve)
- Emphysema
- Chronic Bronchitis
- IPF (Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis)
- Lung Nodules
- Cough
- Pneumonia
- Bronchiectasis
- Pulmonary Hypertension
We offer various treatment and management options to address specific needs, including COPD/Asthma education, biologic injections, and nebulizer treatments.
Comprehensive Sleep Disorder Centers
At Ellis, we understand the critical link between quality sleep and overall well-being. Our Sleep Disorder Centers offer a seamless, integrated approach to diagnosing and treating sleep disorders, backed by a multidisciplinary team of expert pulmonary physicians and sleep specialists. They work collaboratively to offer:
- Diagnosis and treatment of various sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and restless leg syndrome.
- Sleep studies (polysomnography) to assess your sleep patterns and identify underlying issues. Sleep studies may be conducted at home or in our state-of-the-art Sleep Disorder Centers.
- Personalized treatment plans, including CPAP therapy, lifestyle modifications, and medications.
Advanced Diagnostic Services: The Pulmonary Function Lab
Accurate diagnosis is the foundation of effective treatment. Our Pulmonary Function Lab offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic services and specialized testing to assess your lung health and identify underlying issues.
These services include:
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Blood Gas Analysis
- 6-Minute Walk Test
- Overnight Oximetry Testing
- Methacholine Challenges
For complex conditions, we offer advanced pulmonary procedures performed by skilled specialists:
- BLVR (Bronchoscopic Lung Volume Reduction)
- EBUS (Endobronchial Ultrasound)
- ION (Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy)
- Zephyr Endobronchial Valve
- Bronchoscopy
- Thoracentesis
- Trachea Changes
To find a doctor or to request an appointment, call 844-518-DOCS.
Locations
Ellis Hospital - Nott Street, Schenectady
1101 Nott Street, C Wing
Schenectady, NY 12308
Ellis - Clifton Park
Medical Center of Clifton Park
103 Sitterly Road, Suite 2200, Clifton Park, NY 12065
Ellis - Amsterdam
Town Square Plaza
101A Town Square Drive, Amsterdam, NY 12010