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Pulmonology

Pen Bay Pulmonology treats disorders of the lung including chronic diseases such as emphysema and asthma, diseases caused by exposure to toxic substances, sleep disorders, chronic cough relief, interventional pulmonology and acute pulmonary problems such as pneumonia. Services include respiratory screenings, treatments, therapies and self-management education. 

Common Lung Conditions

  • Adult Cystic Fibrosis
  • Asthma
  • Bronchitis
  • Chest Pain
  • COPD
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Diffuse Lung Disease
  • Emphysema
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary Hypertension

Sleep Disorder Services

Comprehensive sleep testing is available in the home or at Waldo County General Hospital in a home-like environment. A sleep study helps to diagnose sleep disorders that may be causing disruptions in sleep and fatigue as well as other health concerns.

Common Sleep Disorders

  • Sleep Apnea
  • Insomnia
  • Jet lag
  • Narcolepsy
  • Restless Leg Syndrome
  • Parasomnias
  • Snoring

Common Sleep Disorder Symptoms

  • Difficulty falling asleep or maintaining sleep
  • Snoring or gasping for breath while sleeping
  • Feeling tired during the day
  • Trouble concentrating or remembering things
  • Depression
  • Hypertension or other evidence of heart disease
  • Morning headaches
  • Reduced efficiency at work

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Pen Bay Medical Center is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care

The American Heart Association presents Get With The GuidelinesĀ® - Stroke GoldPlus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care

Pen Bay, AIO Partnership Provides 27,000+ Pounds of Food to Community

A strategic alliance between Pen Bay Medical Center and the food market run by Area Interfaith Outreach Food & Energy Assistance has resulted in the distribution of 27,176 pounds of food through pantry shelves set up in several hospital locations.

Pen Bay, Waldo Care Team Members Honored with Awards

Eight care team members from Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital were recently honored with employee awards during ceremonies held on the hospital campuses.

Pen Bay Medical Center Welcomes Students from Maine Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine

Pen Bay Medical Center is pleased to welcome Julia Hutchings-Sakaue and Chanya Elkins, third-year medical students enrolled in the Maine Track program of Tufts University School of Medicine. They will spend the next nine months rotating through the departments of Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Surgery and Family Medicine, among others.