Helping You Control COPD Norton Pulmonary Specialists is a leader in treating lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) for patients in Louisville and Southern Indiana. Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the most common forms of COPD. The board-certified and fellowship-trained specialists at Norton Pulmonary Specialists have the experience and training to provide…
Leading-edge Care for Chronic Bronchitis Norton Pulmonary Specialists is a leader in treating lung diseases such as chronic bronchitis for patients in Louisville and Southern Indiana. The board-certified and fellowship-trained specialists at Norton Pulmonary Specialists have the experience and training to provide a precise diagnosis for chronic bronchitis and develop a customized treatment plan. Chronic…
Leaders Treating Asbestos Exposure-related Diseases Norton Pulmonary Specialists is a leader in treating lung diseases related to asbestos exposure for patients in Louisville and Southern Indiana. The board-certified and fellowship-trained specialists at Norton Pulmonary Specialists have the experience and training to provide a precise diagnosis for asbestos exposure-related diseases and develop a customized treatment plan….
Bronchial Thermoplasty and Other Innovative Asthma Treatments Norton Pulmonary Specialists have the training and experience to provide innovative asthma treatment, such as bronchial thermoplasty, to patients in Louisville and Southern Indiana. The board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians at Norton Pulmonary Specialists can provide a precise diagnosis for your asthma and develop a customized treatment plan. Our…
Managing Louisville and Southern Indiana’s Allergies for More Than 40 Years Norton Pulmonary Specialists, formerly Chest Medicine Associates, has been a leader in pulmonary care for Louisville and Southern Indiana since 1977. Our board-certified specialists are experienced providing treatment for the linings of your respiratory system, whether they are irritated by allergies or other conditions….
White blood cell disorders are a set of conditions that occur when the body has an abnormal white blood cell count. White blood cells are an important part of the immune system. A low white blood cell count, also called leukopenia, can decrease the body’s ability to fight off infection, while a high white blood…
Anemia is a condition in which the body doesn’t have enough red blood cells, or hemoglobin, in the blood. This means the blood is unable to carry enough oxygen to the body. Anemia causes a lack of energy, shortness of breath, limited exercise ability and, in severe cases, disability. The board-certified, fellowship-trained hematology specialists at…
Platelet disorders are a set of conditions in which people have an abnormal platelet count — either low platelets or high platelets. Platelets are cells that are found in the blood and are involved in blood clotting. Low platelets, or thrombocytopenia, is the more common platelet disorder. People with thrombocytopenia are at risk for bleeding…
Thrombophilia, also known as hypercoagulable state, is a condition in which blood clots form throughout the body, including in the heart, veins and lungs. People with thrombophilia may have too many red blood cells or too many platelets, or they may develop abnormal proteins or antibodies in the blood. The board-certified, fellowship-trained hematology specialists at…
Hemophilia is a rare, often inherited blood disorder that affects the way the blood clots. People with hemophilia lack blood clotting factors, which are substances in blood that are involved in the clotting process. People with blood clotting disorders, including hemophilia, are at risk for excessive bleeding from a cut or minor injury, and for…
What Is Lymphedema? Lymphedema is an accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the soft tissues, which can cause swelling of the arms, legs, breast, abdomen, neck or head. Primary lymphedema may be present at birth or develop in puberty or adulthood. Lymphedema frequently is caused by various treatments for cancer, especially breast cancer, such as radiation…
Norton Sports Health is pleased to be the official medical partner for Ironman 70.3 Louisville. As with previous events, our partnership requires that we provide on-site medical care. When the Ironman event returns this August, participants will run, bike and swim a total of 70.3 miles throughout Louisville and the surrounding areas. The race begins…