Patients may be referred to the division by a physician, or they may contact the division directly. In many cases, chronic sinusitis is related to structural defects or obstructions in the nose or sinuses. Identifying these problems and treating them requires special equipment and expertise, which are available at the Division of Sino-Nasal Disorders and Allergy. When additional consultation is necessary, we work closely with the Comprehensive Lung Center and the University of Pittsburgh Voice Center, both affiliated with UPMC Health System.
Education is part of treatment at the division.
Our specialists help patients visualize anatomical problems underlying their condition by explaining the images produced by diagnostic tests.