Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (often called simply “Alpha-1”) is an inherited condition that can cause liver disease in people of all ages and can lead to lung disease in adults. Alpha-1 is one of the most common inherited disorders. It accounts for about one percent of all cases of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in the United States. National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado, is one of the best places in the world to be treated for the adult lung and liver disease caused by Alpha-1. Our program has been devoted to the care of families with Alpha-1 since 1981, and our doctors have been involved in nearly every new drug evaluated for Alpha-1 treatment. Our doctors are researchers too, so you have access to the latest Alpha-1 clinical trials and most effective therapies. Alpha-1 Care at National Jewish Health At National Jewish Health, you’ll find: The latest in clinical trials A focused and integrated approach State-of-the-art diagnostic testing The latest and best therapies Rehabilitation services Continued follow-up to meet your changing needs. Learn more about the Alpha-1 Treatment Program. Condition Information Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Overview More Less Asthma Overview Bronchiectasis Overview COPD Overview Emphysema Lung Cancer: Overview Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) Overview Search Conditions A-Z Programs & Services Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Program More Less COPD Program Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine (Adult) Infectious Diseases Inpatient and Extended Outpatient Program Search Directory Doctors Irina Petrache, MD + × Irina Petrache, MD Irina Petrache, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Petrache serves as Chief of the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Chief, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Professor of Medicine Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Wollowick Chair in COPD Research View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Robert A. Sandhaus, MD, PhD, FCCP + × Robert A. Sandhaus, MD, PhD, FCCP Robert A. Sandhaus, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Sandhaus is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine View Full Profile Make an Appointment James K. O'Brien, MD, FACP, FCCP + × James K. O'Brien, MD, FACP, FCCP James K. O'Brien, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. O'Brien is in the Section of Critical Care Medicine and Department of Medicine. 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Clinical Trials Efficacy and Safety of VX-814 in Alpha 1 PiZZ Genotype Patient Stories Living the Sweet Life with Alpha-1 Judy got the test for Alpha-1, and it came back positive. She began weekly augmentation therapy at National Jewish Health and has felt a great relief of her symptoms. Read More View All Patient Stories
Patient Stories Living the Sweet Life with Alpha-1 Judy got the test for Alpha-1, and it came back positive. She began weekly augmentation therapy at National Jewish Health and has felt a great relief of her symptoms. Read More View All Patient Stories