Interventional pulmonology is an expanding specialty within pulmonary and critical care medicine, specializing in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for diseases of the central airways, lung parenchyma, and pleura. The USF Health Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship, established in 2022 with initial AABIP/AIPPD accreditation, achieved ACGME accreditation in 2024.

This fellowship immerses trainees in a comprehensive learning environment, exposing them to a distinct group of diseases and equipping them with both medical and procedural management skills. Upon completing the 12-month program, fellows will excel in diagnosing and treating airway and pleural conditions, be prepared for independent practice, and qualify for the interventional pulmonology board examination.

Program Mission

The mission of USF Health Interventional Pulmonary fellowship is to provide trainees with an inclusive and multidisciplinary training environment where there is comprehensive exposure to patients with a unique subset of malignant and benign thoracic diseases that require advanced diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures.

Furthermore, this environment aims to foster excellence in education, research and compassionate patient care that is meaningful to our community. AABIP accredits the current Interventional Pulmonology fellowship.

Program Aims

1. Ensure equitable access to cutting-edge healthcare technology
2. Facilitate quality improvement initiatives to address the diverse needs of our patient population
3. Foster a collaborative and inclusive patient care environment through partnerships with thoracic surgery, ENT and the Cancer Institute
4. Create a culture of continuous learning and knowledge exchange through multidisciplinary conferences, didactics and bedside teaching

Fellowship Program Administrators

For inquiries related to the Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship Program, please contact our Program Administrators, listed below:

Larissa Staudacher
larissas19@usf.edu

Ashley Fowler
amfowler1@usf.edu