I have an appointment with a pulmonologist this Tuesday. What can I expect from at this appointment. I quit smoking 3 weeks ago. I'm a bit concerned that I won't be cleared.

Also after I'm cleared from this appt I can set up a surgery date. Any ideas how long it takes for the office to clear you?

I work in pulmonary medicine. We do a pulmonary function test and sleep studies.

I went for pulmonology and cardiology in the same place (same doctor specialized in both) They listened to my lungs and heart, asked me some questions, did an ekg and I was done. I was a little surprised because I thought it would be more involved. I imagine every office is different. I did not have to undergo a sleep study to be cleared for surgery (thank God!) Their office was computerized, so my clearance was sent to doctor's office the next day. I would be sure to let the office know when you go in that your surgery date is dependent on how quickly you get clearance and ask what you can expect for a turn around time. Always be your own advocate!

I went for pulmonology and cardiology in the same place (same doctor specialized in both) They listened to my lungs and heart' date=' asked me some questions, did an ekg and I was done. I was a little surprised because I thought it would be more involved. I imagine every office is different. I did not have to undergo a sleep study to be cleared for surgery (thank God!) Their office was computerized, so my clearance was sent to doctor's office the next day. I would be sure to let the office know when you go in that your surgery date is dependent on how quickly you get clearance and ask what you can expect for a turn around time. Always be your own advocate![/quote']

Thanks Tracy hopefully my appointment will that easy :-) I will definitely let them know my surgery date depends on the results from this visit.

I work in pulmonary medicine. We do a pulmonary function test and sleep studies.

I had a sleep study done about a year ago. It came back normal. What is involved in the pulmonary function test?