Pulmonary Vascular Clinic

U.S. News & World Report ranks our pulmonology program among the top programs in the nation.

We are the only clinic in Tennessee to be accredited as a Center of Comprehensive Care by the Pulmonary Hypertension Association. This accreditation recognizes that we are at the forefront of treating pulmonary vascular disease. We offer the most up-to-date care and are committed to research and clinical trials.

Our doctors focus on treating pulmonary vascular disease, so we can offer you the most effective care. This dedication means you benefit from our vast experience and expertise.

We offer a full range of treatments, from oral, inhaled and infused medications to catheter-based therapies and surgical treatment for chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension. Our surgeons are highly skilled in performing pulmonary thromboendarterectomy, an advanced procedure that removes blood clots from the lung. We also offer extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and lung transplantation for some severely ill patients.

Our pulmonary vascular team works closely with Vanderbilt experts in other specialties such as cardiology, rheumatology and gastroenterology, to ensure you receive the best possible care. Together, we develop a personalized care plan to meet your unique needs.

Our specialty pharmacists ensure you have the right medications and know how to take them. They also can advise you on lab monitoring and financial assistance as needed.

Our doctors work closely with experts in other medical disciplines to create a care plan that meets your individual needs. We also work with your primary care doctor to review your records and coordinate any advanced care you may need.

Because we are part of an academic medical center, we offer access to some of the most promising new treatments and therapies being tested in clinical trials. Participating in a clinical trial is always optional. Find a clinical trial.