​Lung Nodule Program

Coordinated care when you have a lung nodule

A lung nodule may be found during lung cancer screening. While most lung nodules are not cancer, some may need additional testing or monitoring.

Washington Health’s Lung Nodule Program brings together specialists and a dedicated nurse navigator to evaluate lung nodules, coordinate follow-up, and help you understand your care plan.

What happens when a lung nodule is found?

Your care depends on the size, appearance, and location of the nodule, as well as your health history. Your care team may recommend:

• Follow-up imaging to monitor the nodule
• Additional testing or a biopsy
• Consultation with a pulmonologist or thoracic surgeon
• Treatment, if needed

Our team works together to help you receive the evaluation and follow-up you need without unnecessary delays.

Meet the Lung Nodule Team

Thoracic Nurse Navigator (RN)
Reviews referrals, coordinates patient care, and guides patients through the diagnostic process.

Patient Coordinator
Processes referrals, schedules appointments, coordinates testing and communication, and supports providers and patients.

Interventional Pulmonologist or Thoracic Surgeon
Evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, and performs advanced robotic-assisted lung biopsies using the Intuitive Ion robot when appropriate.

Working together to plan your care

New and existing lung nodule cases are reviewed regularly by our multidisciplinary team. Specialists review imaging, discuss your individual situation, and determine the best way to evaluate and manage your lung nodule.

Complex and high-risk cases receive additional review

Complex and high-risk cases are reviewed monthly by the Washington Health Thoracic Tumor Board, a multidisciplinary team that works to:

• Reach consensus on treatment recommendations
• Coordinate care across specialties
• Standardize evidence-based management
• Help expedite patient care