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Dr. David S. Eshak, MD is a critical care physician in Creve Coeur, MO specializing in adult critical care. He graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine. Dr. David S. Eshak, MD is affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island, Ballad Health and CRITICAL CARE SERVICES PC.
1 Cityplace Drive Suite 570
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
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79-01 Broadway Queens
Elmhurst 11373
One City Place Drive Suite 570
Saint Louis, MO 63141
Lung Issues
Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.
COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.
Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.
Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.
Dr. David S. Eshak, MD graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine. He completed residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in New York.
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Residency: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: New York
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David S. Eshak, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas |
$604
Olympus Capital Accessories $438 |
Olympus Respiratory Accessories $166 |
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Travel and Lodging | $550 |
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Food and Beverage | $54 |
Dr. David Eshak's area of specialization is adult critical care. He graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine and St. George's University School of Medicine and then he performed his residency at Jacobi Medical Center. He is especially interested in lung issues. Dr. Eshak is affiliated with Ballad Health, Bronx VA Medical Center, and NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island.