Lung diseases affecting the alveoli include: 1  Pneumonia: An infection of the alveoli, usually by bacteria. 2  Tuberculosis: A slowly progressive pneumonia caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. 3  Emphysema results from damage to the fragile connections between alveoli. 4  Smoking is the usual cause.
Boulder Medical Center is a group practice with 3 locations. Currently, Boulder Medical Center's 81 physicians cover 23 specialty areas of medicine.
Because of their interactions with entire families, the Boulder Medical Center family doctors obtain added knowledge and insight which is beneficial to each individualâs health care. The scope of family medicine is wide and includes the following: Pediatrics & well child care.