We are the segment of internal medicine that studies and diagnoses bronchial, pulmonary and pleural diseases. We specialize in infectious diseases including lung cancer, pneumonia, tuberculosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases including pulmonary emphysema and chronic bronchitis, and such interstitial pulmonary disorders as pulmonary fibrosis. We are dedicated to not only treatment but also educating students and developing clinical research programs. Patients with respiratory failure are treated in the Internal Medicine Intensive Care Unit. You can also acquire useful information about lung transplant.