The Stanford Chest Clinic includes a broad group of general and subspecialized pulmonologists. Our specialized programs are located across the Bay Area and provide the convenience of seeing a Stanford specialist in your community. Our pulmonologists offer expert care for conditions including allergy and asthma, lung cancer detection and diagnosis, airway disease, and pulmonary hypertension. They also treat advanced lung diseases, including cystic fibrosis and lung transplant.
List of MD’s
Hasham Sharifi, Pulmonology
Curtis Chong, Medical Oncologist
Rana Kabeer, Clinical Instructor
Fran Riley, Clinical Assistant Professor
The Lung Density Analysis service evaluates lung tissue functionality by identifying air trapping, a key marker for diagnosing emphysema. Air trapping occurs when air gets stuck in the lungs during exhalation, leading to decreased lung efficiency and breathlessness. Conditions that cause air trapping include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, bronchiectasis, and lung scarring. Utilizing AI, we analyze lung density and texture patterns to identify areas of abnormal air retention, indicative of emphysematous changes.
By color-coding lung densities, our reports offer clear visual indicators of abnormal air retention and lung tissue functionality. This may enable healthcare professionals to quickly assess the state of a patient’s lungs, facilitating more effective management and treatment strategies for pulmonary conditions.
Our Pulmonary Embolism Service provides imaging to help doctors visualize blood vessels in the lungs, crucial for detecting blood clots, the primary cause of pulmonary embolism. This serious condition occurs when a clot blocks a pulmonary artery, causing symptoms like shortness of breath and chest pain, and can be life-threatening if untreated.
We offer multi-angle images that may enable doctors to see the lungs and clots clearly, improving diagnostic accuracy and treatment decisions. Techniques such as Maximum Intensity Projections (MIPs), 4-Chamber View, and SAX batch imaging enhance vascular clarity. Right-heart strain, a significant factor in patient outcomes, is assessed using these methods to demonstrate pulmonary artery vessels and visualize clot burden.
