Pulmonology is a branch of medicine that involves the diagnosis and treatment of lung and sleep disorders.
At Atoka County Medical Center (ACMC), critical care pulmonologist Dr. Rich Helton D.O. is dedicated to solving serious and complex medical challenges facing people with conditions that affect lungs and breathing, including:
Common Lung Conditions
- Allergies
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Emphysema
- Sinusitis
- Sleep Apnea
The pulmonary team at ACMC strives to provide individualized care for every patient, whether it’s in an outpatient setting, or for patients staying overnight in our hospital, including in our intensive care unit. We offer the most advanced treatment options and provide the right treatment based on an accurate diagnosis and assessment of the patient’s individual needs. Diagnostic tests may include:
- Chest X-ray
- Echocardiogram
- Bronchoscopy[
- Blood tests
- Chest CT scan
- EKG
- Pulmonary function test
Pulmonologist in Atoka, OK
For more information about pulmonary services at ACMC, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Helton, please call (580) 889-3333.
