Patrick S. Hume, MD, PhD
Dr. Patrick Hume is a fellowship-trained pulmonologist & critical care specialist who treats all lung diseases, including COPD & alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.
Research Areas
- Advanced Microscopy
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Design-based Stereology
Special Interests
Research Interests
My research focus is to understand the repair and remodeling which occurs in the lungs in response to long-term cigarette smoke exposure. I am particularly interested in understanding the role which pulmonary macrophages play in determining the body's response to cigarette smoke exposure. We utilize advanced microscopy to understand the location of macrophages in human lungs to determine how cell location influences function.
Clinical Interests
My clinical interest is in treating pulmonary patients with COPD and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. I direct the National Jewish Health Alpha-1 Clinic.
Education
Education
- 2005 - 2013
- University of Colorado, Denver, Combined MD, PhD program
- 2001 - 2005
- University of Colorado, Boulder, BS, Chemical Engineering
Internships
- 2013 - 2016
- Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine
Residency
- 2013 - 2016
- Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine
Fellowship
- 2016 - 2020
- University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, Pulmonary & Critical Care
Awards & Recognition
2018: Reuben. M. Cherniak Fellow, National Jewish Health
2013: Gold Headed Cane Award, University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus
2005: American Chemical Society Most promising researcher, University of Colorado, Boulder
Board Certification
2016: Internal Medicine
2018: Pulmonary Medicine
2019: Critical Care Medicine
Professional Memberships
American Thoracic Society
Teaching & Professional Positions
Instructor of Medicine, Univeristy of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus