Burr Clinic

The Burr Clinic is located within Grossmont Medical Plaza adjacent to Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

Operated by our Pulmonary Services Department at Sharp Grossmont Hospital, we are focused on ensuring that every breath you take continues to be full and effortless. We care for patients diagnosed with lung and breathing conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or lingering symptoms from long-haul COVID.

Common lung diseases and conditions we treat at Burr Clinic include:

• Asthma

• Chronic bronchitis

• Cor Pulmonale

• Interstitial lung disease

• Pleural effusions

• Pulmonary fibrosis

• Radiation pneumonitis

• Respiratory failure

• Shortness of breath

• Tracheotomy weaning
  

Our outpatient clinic offers highly specialized respiratory care using the latest diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. Our goal is to provide early detection and treatment of pulmonary nodules, lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). For instance, our hospital uses techniques such as robotic-assisted bronchoscopy, an innovative procedure that enables doctors to find and treat lung cancer sooner, drastically improving chances of survival.

The Burr Clinic's mission is to ensure that those at high risk for lung cancer are screened and treated early in order to increase survival. To further this cause, the clinic is teaming up with American Lung Association – San Diego to help raise awareness about the importance of lung cancer screening and early detection.

Our clinic is at the forefront of addressing the lingering health concerns experienced by some patients affected by COVID-19. Often referred to as COVID-19 "long-haulers", these individuals may continue to have persistent or new symptoms even after they have recovered.

Those with underlying medical conditions and older adults are more likely to experience lingering COVID-19 symptoms, which can include:

• Shortness of breath

• Cough

• Chest pain

• Fatigue

• Joint pain

• Difficulty thinking and concentrating

• Depression and anxiety

Our clinic provides COVID-recovery lung care, as well as other support services, to help diagnose and treat these symptoms with compassion and support.

The Burr Clinic is led by Dr. Mohammed Al_Janabi, pulmonary medical director, and Dr. Ara Klijian, cardiothoracic surgeon. Our team also includes pulmonology and critical care intensivists and nurse practitioners. The clinic also has a patient navigator to help connect patients to resources and support systems, and provide essential patient education during the treatment journey.

We are ready to work with you to identify your personal needs and goals, and design a treatment plan to get you back to doing the things you love.

Our doctors at the Burr Clinic accept most insurances and treat adult patients of all ages. Please call us for more information at 619-740-4770.