The Galaxy System

UNC Pulmonology, a division of Caldwell Memorial Hospital, Inc., is proud to be the first and only medical provider in North Carolina to utilize the Galaxy System™ for robotic-assisted lung biopsies.

Why This Matters for Our Patients

Led by Dr. Franklin McGuire, an interventional pulmonologist specializing in peripheral lung nodules, this program offers a major leap forward in early cancer detection.

Unlike other robotic bronchoscopy systems, the Galaxy System is the first in North Carolina to feature:

• Integrated 3D Imaging: Real-time "augmented fluoroscopy" ensures the biopsy tool is exactly inside the lesion before a sample is taken.
• Greater Accuracy: Reaches deep into the periphery of the lung with 100% successful navigation rates in clinical studies.
• Patient Safety: Uses a single-use, disposable bronchoscope to eliminate any risk of cross-contamination.

How to Access This Care

If you or a loved one has a suspicious lung nodule found on a CT scan, you can contact the clinic directly:

• Practice Name: UNC Pulmonology

• Phone: 828-757-6463

• Address: 322 Mulberry St SW, Lenoir, NC 28645