Ms. Shirley Edna Van Zandt, NP is a nurse in Boise, ID specializing in pulmonology (lung & respiratory disease), internal medicine (adult medicine) and sleep medicine. Ms. Shirley Edna Van Zandt, NP is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Health System and SAINT ALPHONSUS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC.
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1075 N Curtis Road Suite 200
Boise, ID 83706
1906 Fairview Avenue Suite 430
Caldwell, ID 83605
3025 W Cherry Lane Suite 204
Meridian, ID 83642
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.
Volume of procedures performed by Ms. Shirley Edna Van Zandt, NP for Medicare patients.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Ms. Shirley Edna Van Zandt, NP treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.
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She is certified by the Nurse Practitioner, Adult Health and has a state license in Idaho.
Board Certification: Nurse Practitioner, Adult Health
Licensed In: Idaho
Ms. Shirley Edna Van Zandt, NP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
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These charts describe general payments received by Ms. Shirley Edna Van Zandt, NP. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Ms. Shirley Vanzandt specializes in pulmonology (lung & respiratory disease) and sleep medicine. Her areas of expertise include the following: nightmares, neuromuscular disorders (nerve & muscle diseases), and sleep apnea. Ms. Vanzandt is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Health System.
