UPMC Washington Pulmonology and Thoracic Surgery

About

UPMC Washington (Washington Health System) is a nonprofit, private hospital system based in Washington, Pennsylvania, now affiliated with UPMC (completed June 2024). Key points relevant to pulmonology and thoracic surgery: - Status: Affiliated with UPMC (acquisition/affiliation finalized in June 2024); part of a larger regional health system. - Services likely include pulmonology and thoracic surgery within the UPMC network (access to UPMC Washington location and potential connections to UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and other UPMC facilities for specialized care). - Location: 155 Wilson Ave, Washington, PA 15301 (HQ) with additional campus at 240 Wellness Way, Washington, PA. - Contact: Main line (724) 225-7000; careers@whs.org for general inquiries. What this means for Pulmonology and Thoracic Surgery: - Patients can seek pulmonology and thoracic services at UPMC Washington, benefiting from UPMC’s broader network, expertise, and referrals (including access to broader UPMC specialty centers as needed). - The affiliation may enhance availability of advanced thoracic surgical options, lung cancer care, COPD/asthma management, and postoperative thoracic services through UPMC-affiliated providers in the region. If you’re specifically looking for pulmonology or thoracic surgery at UPMC Washington: - Check UPMC Washington’s website or contact the main line to confirm current pulmonology and thoracic surgery providers, appointment availability, and whether services are delivered directly at Washington, PA, or through adjacent UPMC facilities.