Feb 24, 2020
Since opening its doors, Lung Health Institute has performed over 8,000 cellular therapy procedures, and we’ve treated over 5,900 patients. As part of our patient-centered approach to care and treatment for chronic lung disease, we follow up with all patients for 1...
Nov 10, 2019
At age 29, Dennis C. went to the doctor’s office for a cold and difficulty breathing. A physician’s assistant told the doctor he believed Dennis had a touch of emphysema. The doctor replied that he couldn’t have emphysema — he was too young. Dennis had just ended his...
Sep 24, 2019
For 4 years, Alex proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force, and he learned a lot about teamwork during those years. In 2019, Alex was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis, but he was able to find another team to help him on his journey with this chronic lung...
Sep 17, 2019
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is one of the many chronic lung diseases that can seem hopeless. Ken has been on a journey at Lung Health Institute that has restored his hope of a better life. Why Was Ken Without Hope Before Coming to Lung Health Institute? Many...
Sep 10, 2019
For 8 years now, Maria has been living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but her path with this chronic lung disease was much rockier before she had cellular therapy at Lung Health Institute. What Was Maria’s Life Like Before Her Treatment? Before...
Sep 3, 2019
Each person’s journey with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a little different, but there aren’t many who have been on as long a journey with this chronic lung disease as Ronald M. For 25 years, he has been fighting with the symptoms of his COPD and...
Aug 6, 2019
Some of us believe in ourselves a lot, and others have a harder time doing so. However, believing in yourself and having a positive attitude is vital for patients living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and there are few patients who have displayed...
Jul 23, 2019
Every person is on their own unique journey through life, but the journey of those diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can be much rockier than many people know. Herb F. was one of the many people struggling along the rocky COPD path, but...
Jul 9, 2019
When Linda Z. went to the emergency room 3 years ago, she never guessed that she’d be coming out with a diagnosis that would change her life. What Linda found out was that she was one of the millions suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Since...
Jul 2, 2019
On September 28, 2015, Allen was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) after a biopsy by his pulmonologist. This condition causes thickening and scarring of the lung tissue, and there’s no known cause for Allen’s condition. Before he found Lung Health...
Jun 4, 2019
Shaun G. was content to spend time with his wife and daughter in their Virginia Beach, Virginia, home. Unfortunately, life would become much more difficult for Shaun and his family when he was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. Life Before Lung Health Institute...
May 7, 2019
Herb has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and the emphysema that often goes along with it. He used to depend on his oxygen tank to do basic chores around the house and to go out in public. However, since seeking treatment at Lung Health Institute, Herb has...
Apr 9, 2019
At Lung Health Institute, we come into contact with many chronic lung disease patients who have incredible stories and amazing outlooks on their condition and life in general. These stories are the result of great people dealing with chronic lung conditions like...
Mar 26, 2019
At 66 years old, David has enjoyed sailing since he was 10. In 2006, he noticed that it was getting harder to breathe, and he was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) three years later. The effects of COPD caused David to become depressed and...
Mar 19, 2019
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung condition with symptoms that include shortness of breath, airway inflammation and lung tissue damage. With symptoms like these, it’s easy to see how COPD patients might have issues with tasks like walking....
