Pen Bay Pulmonology treats disorders of the lung including chronic diseases such as emphysema and asthma, diseases caused by exposure to toxic substances, sleep disorders, chronic cough relief, interventional pulmonology and acute pulmonary problems such as pneumonia. Services include respiratory screenings, treatments, therapies and self-management education.
Common Lung Conditions
- Adult Cystic Fibrosis
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Chest Pain
- COPD
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Diffuse Lung Disease
- Emphysema
- Lung Cancer
- Pneumonia
- Pulmonary Hypertension
Sleep Disorder Services
Comprehensive sleep testing is available in the home or at Waldo County General Hospital in a home-like environment. A sleep study helps to diagnose sleep disorders that may be causing disruptions in sleep and fatigue as well as other health concerns.
Common Sleep Disorders
- Sleep Apnea
- Insomnia
- Jet lag
- Narcolepsy
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Parasomnias
- Snoring
Common Sleep Disorder Symptoms
- Difficulty falling asleep or maintaining sleep
- Snoring or gasping for breath while sleeping
- Feeling tired during the day
- Trouble concentrating or remembering things
- Depression
- Hypertension or other evidence of heart disease
- Morning headaches
- Reduced efficiency at work
Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation services help people with chronic health conditions improve their breathing, fitness, independence and quality of life. Our multi-disciplinary team includes pulmonologists, cardiologists, respiratory therapists, rehab nurses, exercise specialists, dietitians, occupational and physical therapists and other providers as needed. We will work with you to develop an individualized rehabilitation plan that helps you:
- Understand your chronic condition and recommended treatments
- Understand your prescribed medications and how to use them
- Learn breathing techniques that will help you to control shortness of breath
- Increase your physical fitness, independence and quality of life
- Recognize and avoid things that can make your condition worse
- Develop healthy coping strategies for living with chronic lung or heart disease
- Reduce your need for urgent and emergency care
- Access community resources and support
Post-rehabilitation care includes regular follow-up visits to help you maintain your progress and independence at home. We encourage patients to continue regular fitness training in our dedicated exercise room where a rehab specialist is always available for guidance.
