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Not accepted into Bronchiectasis Clinic

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Hello, I was recently diagnosed with bronchiectasis and potentially NTM (awaiting sputum sample results). Based on everything I read, I requested a referral to the UNC Bronchiectasis & NTM Clinic, in order to take advantage of the expertise and integrated care available at a specialized clinic. However, I was not accepted into the clinic (reasons not provided). Has anyone else experienced this and do you have any advice for how to get accepted into the clinic? Thank you.

Latest Activity: March 10, 2026
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Kath,

What reason did they say that you were not accepted? You have the diagnosis. I would call and speak with the office manager to inquire about the situation. Please keep us posted.

Latest Activity: March 10, 2026
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No reason provided. They did give me an appointment with a third year resident in the pulmonary department, but not the clinic. I am going to go to that next week, just to see if he can provide me some answers or let me know what the criteria are to get admitted to the clinic. There is no question that I have bronchiectasis. I will keep you updated. 

Latest Activity: March 10, 2026
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