Pulmonology

Pulmonary Practice at Parnassus

(415) 353-2961

The UCSF Pulmonary Practice at Parnassus offers comprehensive evaluation and treatment for patients with all types of lung disease other than lung cancer. Conditions we treat include asthma, emphysema, occupational respiratory diseases, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, pulmonary hypertension and pulmonary complications of AIDS.

Doctor referral required

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    Our team

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    Scleroderma Lung Study III - Combining Pirfenidone With Mycophenolate

    Change from baseline, measured at 3-month intervals, in the mean forced vital capacity (represented as the percentage of the age-; height-; gender-; and race-adjusted predicted value, i.e. FVC-%).

    Recruiting

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    The Effect of NAC on Lung Function and CT Mucus Score

    The primary outcome is the % change in FEV1 from the start to the end of each two-week treatment period (either placebo or 20% NAC).

    Recruiting

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    Mechanisms of Exacerbation of Asthma

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    JUNIPER: A Phase 2 Study to Evaluate the Safety, Biological Activity, and PK of ND-L02-s0201 in...

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    CF And Effects of Drugs Mixed Ex Vivo With Sputum for Mucolytic Treatment

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    Characterization of Adult Subjects for Asthmatic Research Studies

    We will measure various indicators of airway inflammation and compare them with various phenotypic characteristics.

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    Characterizing Asthma Sputum Elasticity in the UCSF Severe Asthma Research Program

    Lung function as a measure of asthma severity.

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    Awards & recognition

    • usnews-neurology

      Best hospital in Northern California

    • usnews-pulmonology

      Best in Northern California for pulmonology and lung surgery

    • n7-2x

      Ranked No. 8 in the nation for pulmonology and lung surgery

    Support services

    Patient Resource

    Case Management and Social Work

    Connect with a team that can help you find resources, solve problems and advocate for you during treatment at UCSF.

    Class

    Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Class

    This eight-week UCSF class teaches mindfulness practices, such as meditation and body awareness, that can reduce stress and improve your overall health.

    Patient Resource

    Patient Relations

    We welcome feedback about your experience at UCSF Health. Find out how to contact us with comments, questions or concerns.

    Support Group

    Pulmonary Support Groups

    The UCSF AWAKE ("Alert, Well And Keeping Energetic") Obstructive Sleep Apnea Support Group is for people with this sleep and breathing disorder.

    Patient Resource

    Spiritual Care Services

    Chaplains representing many faiths are available around the clock to provide support, comfort and counsel to patients, families and caregivers. Learn more.

    International Services

    If you live in another country and are coming to UCSF for medical
    treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.

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    Interpreters

    UCSF offers language services at no charge for patients with limited
    English, as well as for patients who are deaf or have trouble hearing.

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    Hospital Stays

    Checking into the hospital? Find helpful information by clicking on the relevant “Your Hospital Stay” booklet: Mission Bay, Parnassus or Mount
    Zion.

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    Preparing for your appointment

    What to Bring

    • Photo I.D.
    • Health insurance card
    • Insurance authorization, if required
    • Doctor's referral, if required
    • Recent test results related to your condition
    • List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
    • List of questions you may have
    • Device or paper for taking notes

    Related clinics

    Pulmonary Practice at Mount Zion

    2330 Post St., Suite 420
    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 885-7755

    Our research initiatives

    • Interstitial-Lung-Disease-Research-2x

      Interstitial Lung Disease Research

      UCSF's interstitial lung disease researchers investigate how lung tissue scarring develops and progresses, and evaluate potential new treatments.

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    • UCSF Airway Clinical Research Center

      The UCSF Airway Clinical Research Center investigates both new and existing treatments for airway conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and cystic fibrosis.

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