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Lung Care at MLKCH

Specialized lung and pulmonary care in South Los Angeles

Breathing problems can make everyday life harder. At MLKCH, our pulmonologists (lung specialists) diagnose and treat asthma, COPD and other serious or ongoing lung and breathing conditions.

Our team works with you to understand what is affecting your breathing and create a treatment plan based on your needs. Care may include pulmonary testing, respiratory therapy, medication support and help managing your condition over time.

The Impact of Our Care

Specialized lung care should be available close to home. MLKCH brings pulmonary care to South Los Angeles, helping patients get the testing, treatment and ongoing support they need to better understand and manage their lung health.

Our goal is to help you manage symptoms, stay connected to care and get the support you need over time.

How We Care for You

Understand what is affecting your breathing

We talk with you about your symptoms and health history. When needed, lung tests can help us learn more about how well your lungs are working.

Create a treatment plan for you

Your treatment plan is based on your condition, symptoms and overall health. Your care may include medication, respiratory therapy, oxygen support or other pulmonary services.

Support your whole health

Lung conditions can be connected to other health needs. Our pulmonary care team works together and can help coordinate additional care when you need it.

Manage your condition over time

Conditions such as asthma and COPD often need ongoing care. We help monitor your lung health, manage treatment and adjust your care as your needs change.

Lung and Pulmonary Services

Our pulmonary care services include:

  • Lung function testing: Tests such as spirometry measure how well your lungs are working.
  • Respiratory therapy: Treatment and support to help you manage breathing problems.
  • Bronchoscopy: A procedure that allows a doctor to look inside your lungs and airways.
  • Oxygen therapy assessment: Testing to determine whether supplemental oxygen may be right for you.
  • Comprehensive care management: Ongoing support to help you manage your lung condition and treatment.
  • Pharmacy consultation: Personalized support to help you understand and manage your medications.

Lung Conditions We Treat

Our pulmonologists care for people with a wide range of lung and breathing conditions, including:

  • Asthma
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Chronic cough
  • COPD
  • Emphysema
  • Low oxygen levels (hypoxia)
  • Interstitial lung disease
  • Lung nodules
  • Obstructive lung disease
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary fibrosis
  • Restrictive lung disease
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Sleep-related breathing problems
  • Tracheotomy care
  • Lung conditions related to asbestos exposure

Our Pulmonologists

Get Lung Care at MLKCH

Pulmonary care is available at:

Wilmington Care Center
12021 Wilmington Avenue
Building 11, Suite 1000
Los Angeles, CA 90059

Hours:
Monday–Friday
8 a.m.–5 p.m.

For Referring Providers

Providers wishing to refer patients for lung function testing and other procedures should send an email to: lungcare@mlkch.org

Our team will get back to you within 24 hours.