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Sean Connolly, DO is a pediatric cardiologist in Collegeville, PA specializing in pediatric cardiology. He graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2014 and has 10 years of experience. Sean Connolly, DO is affiliated with Nemours Children's Health and Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic.
100 Campus Drive Building A
Collegeville, PA 19426
101 Applied Bank Boulevard Suite 11
Concord Township, PA 19342
1600 Rockland Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
2932 Springfield Road
Broomall, PA 19008
30 Worthington Boulevard
Malvern, PA 19355
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.
Sean Connolly, DO graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2014. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology American Board of Pediatrics/General Pediatrics and has a state license in New Jersey.
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (2014)
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology American Board of Pediatrics/General Pediatrics
Licensed In: New Jersey
Sean Connolly, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Sean Connolly, DO appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), AmeriHealth, MultiPlan PPO, Three Rivers Provider Network, Aetna, Geisinger Health Plan, First Health PPO, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Great-West Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Devon Health, Fidelis Care, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Aetna HMO, Global Medical Mangment NJ, Carefirst MD Community Health Plan Mcaid, Lifetrac Transplant, Olympus Managed Healthcare PPO DE/PA, INTEGRA Administrative Group (ClaimsBridge), Star Healthcare Network, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware *PA Loc Contiguous to DE*, Plan Vista/NPPN PPO, Global Medical Managment DE/PA, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware *PA Loc NONContiguous to DE*, Insurance Administrators of America, UPMC MCAID/CHIP PA DE, Delaware Medicare, Qualcare HMO/POS/PPO, Preferred Healthcare PPO and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware.
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Dr. Sean Connolly's specialty is pediatric cardiology. Dr. Connolly is professionally affiliated with Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic.
