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Medical specialties comprise various branches of medical science. After completing medical school, physicians or surgeons usually further their medical education in a specific specialty of medicine by completing a multiple year residency to become a medical specialist. Respiratory and pulmonary medicine, also known as pulmonology, involves the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the lungs and respiratory system. Pulmonologists diagnose and treat patients suffering from conditions that include: Asthma Emphysema Bronchitis Sleep apnea Lung cancer Pneumonia, tuberculosis, atypical tuberculosis Asbestosis, fibrosis of the lungs Sarcoidosis Pleural effusions Pulmonary embolism Pulmonary hypertension You can build a long-term relationship with your healthcare provider who knows your medical background and understands what's important to you. Memorial Physician Clinics are here to assist you in: Diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and injuries Routine exams Preventive care Visit Us Online for more information.