Today, National Jewish is one of the world's leading centers for the diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis. Research continues at the Center to define new approaches to treat difficult TB infections. It is important to have a referral from the doctor along with previous medical records, chest X-rays and recent TB drug susceptibility testing before scheduling a TB evaluation at the Center. In most cases doctors refer a patient for our highly specialized in-patient program. In addition, doctors and other health-care professionals can use this number to obtain consultations regarding current diagnosis and treatment information.
Consultation is available for health-care professionals only.
Also, through our educational programs, we are training public health workers and clinicians from around the world in TB control. It is not meant to be a substitute for consulting with your own physician. PTE.TUB01 National Jewish Medical and Research Center is the nation's leading treatment center for respiratory diseases and immune disorders. Registered Nurses can answer questions and provide educational literature on respiratory and immunologic diseases. Convenient recorded information on lung diseases and allergies.