AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is a progressive lung disease most commonly caused by smoking. Like with many other progressive diseases many will miss the signs of trouble until it is advanced. Dr. Brian Weis the Regional Dean at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine joined us in the studio to talk about the disease and why early detection can mean all the difference in the world.
You can learn more about the options available locally by going to the Texas Tech Physicians Website.
You can also set up an appointment with a local provider online or by calling (806) 414-9100 or visiting the Texas Tech Physicians offices at 1400 South Coulter…