The Zephyr Valve is a minimally invasive and clinically proven treatment that is not another medication or surgery.
If you have severe COPD/emphysema, this option may be right for you.
Understanding if the Zephyr Valve Procedure May be Right for You
This video provides an introduction to the Zephyr Valve procedure for severe COPD/emphysema and may help you decide if this option is right for you.
Have more questions about the procedure? Reach out to the Zephyr Valve Care Team.
Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time
The Zephyr Valve is Covered by Most Insurance Companies for Qualified Candidates.
You may be qualified if you:
- Have a confirmed COPD/emphysema diagnosis
- Feel breathless even when taking your medications as directed
- Have an FEV1 <50% predicted
- Are non-smoking or willing to quit smoking
My message to everyone suffering with COPD and emphysema is if you qualify for the valves, go for it!
– Lance, 67,
Dayton, OH
Dayton, OH

More Than 40,000 Patients Globally Have Been Treated with Zephyr Valves for Their Severe COPD/Emphysema
- FDA approved
- Clinically proven
- Requires no cutting or incisions
- Procedure completed in approximately an hour
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What's the difference between Premier Practices, Treating Centers, and Assessment Centers?
- A Premier Practice is a Zephyr Valve Treating Center that has achieved a higher level of experience with Zephyr Valves and has committed to following certain best practices aimed at optimizing results.
- A Zephyr Valve Treating Physician is a physician that has been trained to conduct the Zephyr Valve procedure based on patient eligibility and testing. They are also trained in best practices for pre-treatment and post-treatment care for the Zephyr Valve.
- An Assessing Physician can perform eligibility tests and then, if you qualify, refer you to a Zephyr Valve Treating Center to have the procedure.
*Center requires physician referral, no self-referrals accepted
The list of physicians generated by the locator on this page is based on the proximity to the ZIP code or state entered in the search box.
This list was created to support people who want to learn more about the Zephyr Valve by helping connect them to physicians who have demonstrated certain criteria and interest in providing care with assessment for and/or treatment with Zephyr Valves. See full list of Treating Physician and Assessment Center Criteria.
Pulmonx does not verify or monitor the credentials, licenses, or qualifications of any physician or treating center listed on the locator and is not responsible for any medical advice given by the physicians included on this locator. Pulmonx disclaims liability for any decisions made or actions taken based on information on this locator.
Inclusion of a physician or treating center on the locator does not mean that Pulmonx recommends or endorses the physician or treating center. Similarly, the exclusion of a physician on the locator does not mean that physician is not qualified or experienced with Zephyr Valves.
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