Advanced Lung and Airway Center
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About Us
Welcome to the Advanced Lung and Airway Center at JFK University Medical Center in Edison, a premier destination for comprehensive respiratory care. Our center is led by a multidisciplinary team of internationally-renowned thoracic surgeons, pulmonologists, and ENT surgeons dedicated to treating the full spectrum of cancerous and non-cancerous conditions affecting the larynx, airway, and lungs.
We provide a complete continuum of care, from initial screening and diagnosis to advanced treatment and long-term management. Our patients have access to the latest technologies, clinical trials, and the most advanced software to deliver optimal results throughout their care journey. Lung and airway disorders are often complex and require extensive evaluation and specialized procedures, therefore, our specialists develop a personalized care plan for each individual patient.
Key Services
- Robotic Bronchoscopy
- Robotic Surgery
- Airway and Endo-laryngeal Stenting
- Bronchoscopy Ablation Therapy
- Endobronchial Valve for Advanced Emphysema
- Laryngoscopy or Bronchoscopy with Balloon or Rigid Dilation
- Laser Therapy
- Surgery and Reconstruction
- COPD Treatment
- Thoracic Surgery
About Us
Welcome to the Advanced Lung and Airway Center at JFK University Medical Center in Edison, a premier destination for comprehensive respiratory care. Our center is led by a multidisciplinary team of internationally-renowned thoracic surgeons, pulmonologists, and ENT surgeons dedicated to treating the full spectrum of cancerous and non-cancerous conditions affecting the larynx, airway, and lungs.
We provide a complete continuum of care, from initial screening and diagnosis to advanced treatment and long-term management. Our patients have access to the latest technologies, clinical trials, and the most advanced software to deliver optimal results throughout their care journey. Lung and airway disorders are often complex and require extensive evaluation and specialized procedures, therefore, our specialists develop a personalized care plan for each individual patient.
Key Services
- Robotic Bronchoscopy
- Robotic Surgery
- Airway and Endo-laryngeal Stenting
- Bronchoscopy Ablation Therapy
- Endobronchial Valve for Advanced Emphysema
- Laryngoscopy or Bronchoscopy with Balloon or Rigid Dilation
- Laser Therapy
- Surgery and Reconstruction
- COPD Treatment
- Thoracic Surgery
Lung and Airway Diagnostic and Treatment Services in Edison
We utilize the latest technology to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective, minimally invasive treatment. Our services are designed to address a wide range of respiratory conditions, from lung cancer and advanced emphysema to tracheal stenosis and COPD.
Our comprehensive services include:
- Robotic Bronchoscopy: We use the most advanced robotic bronchoscopy systems to diagnose lung nodules earlier and with greater precision and stability. This technology creates a 3D map of the lung, acting like a GPS to guide physicians to the exact location for a biopsy.
- Robotic & Thoracic Surgery: Our thoracic surgeons specialize in advanced robotic surgery for lung cancer, esophageal cancer, and mediastinal tumors. This minimally invasive approach is also used for a variety of conditions impacting the airway, chest wall, diaphragm, and lungs.
- COPD Treatment: Our multidisciplinary team offers a wide array of treatments for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). We tailor our approach to each patient's goals, lifestyle, and the severity of their condition. We also offer education and support through our Breathe Easy Support Group.
- Advanced Airway Procedures: We provide highly specialized procedures for complex airway diseases, including:
- Airway and endo-laryngeal stenting
- Bronchoscopy ablation therapy
- Endobronchial valve for advanced Emphysema
- Laryngoscopy or bronchoscopy with balloon or rigid dilation
- Laser therapy
- Surgery and reconstruction
Conditions We Treat
Our experts specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of respiratory conditions, including but not limited to:
- Asthma
- Bronchial and Tracheal Tumors
- Bronchial Stenosis
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Interstitial Lung Diseases
- Laryngeal Stenosis
- Lung Cancer
- Subglottic Stenosis
- Tracheal Stenosis
- Tracheobronchomalacia
- Tracheoesophageal Fistula
- Tracheostomy-Related Problems
Thoracic Surgeons Perform the First Robotic Resection Surgery for Malignant Thymoma
Surgeons affiliated with Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center’s Advanced Lung and Airway Center successfully performed the first robotic resection of malignant thymoma, a cancer of the thymus gland, followed by installation of heated chemotherapy into the chest. This is the first time this surgery has been performed in the State of New Jersey. Learn more.
Robotic Bronchoscopy with Ion
We offer the most advanced Robotic Bronchoscopy technology in Central New Jersey. Our ION Bronchoscopy system enables greater precision for biopsy compared to manual techniques and improves our ability to diagnose lung cancer at the earliest stage when it is most treatable. If surgery is needed, patients benefit from our minimally invasive robotic surgery, with smaller incisions and faster recovery times. Watch the video below to learn more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
To make your first visit as smooth and productive as possible, please bring the following items:
- Your photo identification and insurance card.
- A referral from your primary care physician, if required by your insurance plan.
- A list of all current medications, vitamins, and supplements you are taking, including dosages.
- Any recent lab results, blood sugar logs, or imaging reports (such as thyroid ultrasounds) related to your condition.
- A list of questions you have for the endocrinologist.
Our office is located at 80 James Street, 2nd Floor, in Edison. We are open Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.
Patients should seek medical attention when they are known to have a narrowing of the windpipe or when they develop worsening symptoms such as:
- Chest congestion, with inability to clear mucus
- Hoarseness
- Severe coughing that sounds like a barking seal
- Shortness of breath with exercise or exertion and even at rest
- Stridor (a high-pitched sound during inhaling or exhaling)
- Wheezing sounds as you breathe out
