About Us
The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine (PACCSM) is nationally recognized for its excellence in patient care, pioneering research, and commitment to training future leaders in pulmonary and critical care medicine. Through a collaborative environment spanning basic, translational, and clinical research, PACCSM addresses complex conditions such as lung injury, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep disorders, and asthma, while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care across the UPMC and the VA Pittsburgh Health Systems. Its world-renowned programs, including a leading lung transplant service, reflect a deep commitment to innovation and mentoring across all levels of medical science and care.
Research
The Division’s outstanding clinical, translational, and basic research programs are driven by a critical mass of leading investigators and rising stars across all major areas of pulmonary medicine. Researchers benefit from extensive resources, including biorepositories, advanced disease modeling, and cutting-edge technologies, within a collaborative, translational environment. This depth of expertise and infrastructure has led to numerous high-impact publications that continue to shape the understanding and treatment of pulmonary disease. >> Read more
>> Research Centers
Education and Training
The Division of PACCSM combines exceptional clinical training with innovative, structured research education to prepare the next generation of leaders in pulmonary, allergy, critical care, and sleep medicine. Its fellowship programs offer diverse clinical exposure and tailored training pathways alongside robust research opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities. And, with a strong emphasis on translational science, the Division supports a dynamic bench-to-bedside research training environment backed by major NIH funding, interdisciplinary collaborations, and access to extensive clinical and laboratory resources. >> Read more
>> Pulmonary and CCM Fellowship Program
>> Sleep Medicine Fellowship Program
>> Pulmonary and Critical Care Research Training
Patient Care
The Division of PACCSM delivers exceptional, compassionate care for patients with lung disease through a robust network of inpatient and outpatient services through the UPMC Comprehensive Lung Center. Staffed by nationally recognized specialists and equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities, the Division provides high-quality care across a broad spectrum of pulmonary conditions. Its clinical programs serve as a vital resource for patients locally and across the nation. >> Read more
>> Comprehensive Lung Center (CLC)
News and Events
Scientists in the Division of PACCSM Discover New Cellular Driver of Pulmonary Fibrosis
A new study published in Nature Communications has uncovered a cellular mechanism that fuels the relentless scarring in pulmonary fibrosis, offering fresh hope for halting a disease that deprives millions of their breath. Led by faculty in the Division of Pulmonary,...
VMI Researchers Develop Groundbreaking Antidote for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Research led by Jesus Tejero, PhD, has found that a novel protein therapy, RcoM-HBD-CCC, clears CO from the bloodstream faster than current treatments, with potential for use by first responders in the field.
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The Division of PACCSM is advancing life-saving care and groundbreaking research for patients facing both acute and chronic conditions. Your philanthropic support empowers us to push the boundaries of discovery, train future leaders in the field, and deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. Together, we can drive meaningful change and improve the lives of countless patients and families.