Pulmonology

Comprehensive Pulmonary Care for Southern Illinois

SIH pulmonology providers deliver compassionate, collaborative care for the full spectrum of lung and respiratory conditions. Our team diagnoses and manages COPD, asthma, lung cancer, black lung disease, and unexplained shortness of breath, using advanced diagnostic tools and individualized treatment plans.

We offer a comprehensive range of services, including pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy, ventilator management, thoracentesis, and innovative procedures such as Ion® robotic-assisted bronchoscopy for early lung cancer detection.

Our approach centers on clear communication and collaborative care—ensuring patients feel informed, supported, and empowered at every step. With leading technology and a patient-focused philosophy, SIH pulmonology delivers high-quality respiratory care grounded in community and connection.

Advanced Lung Cancer Detection with Ion® Robotic Technology

SIH is the only health system in the southernmost 16 counties offering Ion® robotic-assisted bronchoscopy for early lung cancer detection. This minimally invasive technology uses shape-sensing capabilities and real-time 3D mapping to navigate to small, hard-to-reach lung nodules with millimeter-level precision.

Ion allows pulmonologists to obtain accurate tissue samples through the airway—supporting safer procedures, same-day discharge for most patients, and a significantly reduced risk of complications.

Early detection saves lives. When lung cancer is found at stage 1, the five-year survival rate is approximately 85 percent. Having this advanced technology available within Southern Illinois means patients can access leading diagnostic care near their families and support systems, without traveling to distant metropolitan centers.