Lung Care Within Reach
Lung Cancer Screening Program
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Symptoms often only start to show when the cancer has already advanced, which is why early detection is so important. The lung cancer screening program at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia brings together physicians from multiple disciplines to provide care for smokers and ex-smokers at high risk for lung cancer and other complications.
Do You Qualify For A Low Dose CT Screening?
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends annual lung cancer screening for adults who:
-are between 50 and 80 years of age
-currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 years
-have no signs or symptoms of lung cancer
-have a 20-pack-year smoking history
At Columbia, we believe that quality lung care should be within reach for everyone. That's why we offer comprehensive lung cancer screening and treatment services that are accessible and affordable. Our team of experts combines clinical excellence with compassionate care to ensure that every patient receives the attention and support they deserve. From lung screening to surgery, we provide personalized care that puts you in control of your lung health. Schedule your appointment today to let us partner with you for a healthier tomorrow.
Surgical Lung & Chest Care at Columbia
We offer a full range of services for all lung, chest, and esophageal conditions and complications. As part of a world-class medical center, our team of thoracic surgeons collaborates with their colleagues in pulmonology, radiology, pathology, and more to bring you the most comprehensive care available. Our innovative minimally invasive techniques help our patients recover faster, get home sooner, and get back to a better quality of life.
Our Care Locations
Manhattan
161 Fort Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
Advanced Lung Disease and Transplantation Center
Our surgical care team treats advanced lung diseases like cystic fibrosis, emphysema and interstitial lung disease.
Advanced Emphysema & COPD Program
For people on medication that are still struggling with emphysema or COPD, we offer non-invasive and surgical options to help you breathe easier.
Lung Cancer Screening Program
Columbia's lung cancer screening program provides care for smokers and ex-smokers at high risk for lung cancer and other complications.
Women’s Lung and Health Center
Our multidisciplinary team offers comprehensive treatment, support, and research for specific ways lung disease affects women.
Diaphragm Center
The Diaphragm Center at Columbia University Irving Medical Center provides the most advanced diagnostic and treatment strategies for diaphragm conditions.
Esophageal Disorders Center
Our center offers the latest treatment options for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Barrett's esophagus, esophageal cancer, swallowing disorders, achalasia, and hiatal hernias.
Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery Program
The Thoracic Surgery Program at Columbia is a world leader in minimally invasive surgery, even for the most complex cases and diseases.
Hyperhidrosis Center
Our center offers a team approach to hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) treatment, offering both medical and minimally invasive surgical therapies, including endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS).
Thymus Center
Our doctors have helped develop the most effective treatments for diseases like myasthenia gravis and thymus cancer (thymoma and thymic carcinoma), and we continue to lead the way with innovative approaches to care.
New Jersey
85 Harristown Road, #101
Glen Rock, NJ 07452
New Jersey
25 Rockwood Place
Englewood, NJ 07631
How to Calculate Your Pack-Year Smoking History
-1 pack = 20 cigarettes
-number of years smoked X Average packs per day = Pack-years
A person who smoked one pack a day for 20 years has a 20-pack-year smoking history.
Hudson Valley
1978 Crompound Road
Cortlandt, NY 10567