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Dr. Joseph Lindsay Edmonds JR., MD, FAAP is a pediatric otolaryngologist in Houston, TX specializing in pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat). He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1993 and has 32 years of experience. Dr. Joseph Lindsay Edmonds JR., MD, FAAP is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's, Oakbend Medical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital, Shriners Children's and Houston Methodist.
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston Methodist
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy is a procedure in which a thin tube with a camera, called a bronchoscope, is inserted in the mouth or nose and slowly advanced to the lungs. This allows doctors to see the respiratory tract, which includes the throat, larynx (voice box), trachea (windpipe), bronchi (airways), and lungs. Doctors may recommend those who have or show signs of lung problems - for example, lung cancer or difficulty breathing - to undergo a bronchoscopy.
In performing a diagnostic bronchoscopy, doctors may only wish to visualize the respiratory tract, or doctors may also collect samples of tissue or fluid. The samples can help diagnose patients' conditions or, if patients have cancer, they can be used for staging purposes. One method for sample collection is bronchoalveolar lavage. In a bronchoalveolar lavage, doctors inject saline (salt water) through the bronchoscope and then suction it out of the airways. The washout collected is tested for lung disorders. Doctors can also insert a biopsy tool to collect tissue or mucus samples. The following are biopsies that can be performed by bronchoscopy:
For visualization, bronchoscopy can be done alone, or it can be combined with ultrasound. Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) allows real-time imaging of the airway and is used for diagnosing and staging lung cancer, as well as for determining where the cancer has spread. EBUS can be performed with TBNA, a procedure known as endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration (EBUS-TBNA).
Doctors can also use bronchoscopy as a treatment for lung problems. For example, if a foreign body is trapped in the airway, doctors can insert forceps through the bronchoscope to remove it. If the airway has become narrowed - which may occur if patients have an infection, cancer, or some other inflammatory issue - bronchoscopy can be used to place a device called a stent in the area of constriction. The stent will keep the airway open, allowing the patient to breathe properly.
During a bronchoscopy, patients will be given medication (sedative) to help them relax. If it is only a diagnostic bronchoscopy, patients will be kept awake, but if the bronchoscopy is for therapeutic purposes, patients will be put to sleep by general anesthesia. After the procedure, patients will need to stay in the hospital for a few hours. They will not be able to eat or drink for about 2 hours. Some patients may experience discomfort, such as a sore throat or pain while swallowing. Throat lozenges and gargling may help alleviate these symptoms, which should go away after a few days. Patients will need to have someone drive them home once their doctor determines that they are ready.
Dr. Joseph Lindsay Edmonds JR., MD, FAAP graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1993. He completed residency at University of Kansas Medical Center. He is certified by the Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology, Pediatric Otolaryngology and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: University of Kansas School of Medicine (1993)
Residency: University of Kansas Medical Center (1998)
Board Certification: Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology, Pediatric Otolaryngology
Licensed In: Texas
Dr. Joseph Lindsay Edmonds JR., MD, FAAP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Joseph Lindsay Edmonds JR., MD, FAAP appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna PPO, Galaxy PPO, Aetna HMO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, MultiPlan PPO, Best Doctors, HealthSmart, Workers' Compensation, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Blue Choice PPO, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, PHCS PPO, United Healthcare HMO, Beech Street PPO, United Healthcare EPO, Evolutions Healthcare PPO, First Health PPO, USA Managed Care PPO, Fort Bend ISD-Emp Dir PPO, Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice, Medicus International, Independent Medical Systems PPO (IMS), National Preferred Provider Network PPO (NPPN) and Direct Care America PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Joseph Lindsay Edmonds JR., MD, FAAP accepts the following insurance providers:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Joseph Lindsay Edmonds JR., MD, FAAP. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$2,040
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$1,927
VNS Therapy SenTiva Model 1000 Generator $1,427 |
VNS Therapy $500 |
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$1,444
RELIEVA SCOUT Sinus Dilation System $640 |
SCOUT $37 |
Rhinology $17 |
$750 |
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$750
VNS Therapy $750 |
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$145
Propel $145 |
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$616
VRAYLAR $107 |
SDG-IDD-Allergy $86 |
OTIPRIO $80 |
Otovel $76 |
Ciprodex $63 |
Other $204 |
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Dr. Joe Edmonds is a specialist in pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat). Dr. Edmonds speaks Spanish. Clinical interests for Dr. Edmonds include cleft lip and palate, facial problems, and endoscopic sinus surgery. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Texas Children's, Oakbend Medical Center, and Houston Methodist Hospital. Before performing his residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Dr. Edmonds attended the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Edmonds appears to be in-network for Blue California, HealthSmart, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. He has received the following distinctions: TX Top Doctor since; Research Grant for Absorbable Ear Tube; and Peter Bohan Distinguished Alumni Lecture, University of Kansas. Dr. Edmonds has a closed panel according to Houston Methodist.
