Sarcoidosis Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease that can affect any organ in the body, but most often affects the lungs. People with sarcoidosis have abnormal masses, called granulomas, that can damage an organ, causing it to change or stop working right. Some people with sarcoidosis have few or very minor symptoms, others have very serious illness. Regardless of your sarcoidosis symptoms, you can trust the experts at National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado. Our sarcoidosis program is the largest in Colorado and in the Rocky Mountain region. Our team of specialists works with you to manage your sarcoidosis and improve your quality of life. Because our doctors are researchers too, you’ll have access to the latest sarcoidosis clinical trials and most effective therapies. National Jewish Health is recognized by the World Association for Sarcoidosis and Other Granulomatous Diseases (WASOG) as a WASOG Sarcoidosis Clinic. This designation provides formal recognition of our team’s commitment to meet the needs of sarcoidosis patients and efforts to keep abreast of the ongoing advances and findings in the space. Sarcoidosis Care at National Jewish Health At National Jewish Health, you’ll find: The latest in clinical trials A focused, integrated approach State-of-the-art diagnostic testing Continued follow-up to meet your changing needs. Our goal for you is to develop a plan of care that will allow you to be as symptom-free as possible. Learn more about the Sarcoidosis Treatment Program. Condition Information Sarcoidosis Overview More Less Sarcoidosis: Symptoms Sarcoidosis: Diagnosis Sarcoidosis: Treatment Sarcoidosis: Lifestyle Management Dyspnea (Shortness of Breath) Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Overview Search Conditions A-Z Programs & Services Sarcoidosis Program More Less Division of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences Cardiology Programs Department of Medicine Division of Rheumatology Search Directory Doctors Clara Restrepo, MD + × Clara Restrepo, MD Clara Restrepo, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Restrepo is in the Division of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences. Associate Professor Director, Sleep Laboratory Division of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences Department of Medicine View Full Profile 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 E Brigitte Gottschall, MD + × E Brigitte Gottschall, MD E Brigitte Gottschall, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Gottschall is in the Division of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences. Associate Professor Department of Medicine Division of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences View Full Profile Lisa A. Maier, MD, MSPH, FCCP + × Lisa A. Maier, MD, MSPH, FCCP Lisa A. Maier MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Maier serves as Chief of the Division of Occupational Health and Environmental Health Sciences. Professor Director, Division of Env & Occ Health Science Core Clinical Lab Chief, Division of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences Department of Medicine View Full Profile Loading... 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Patient Stories Charitable Remainder Unitrust ‘a Win-Win Situation’ Sally began coming to National Jewish Health in the 1990s for treatment of chronic sarcoidosis, in which inflammation occurs in different organs of the body. “I have had nothing but excellent relationships with everyone at National Jewish Health,” said Sally. Read More View All Patient Stories