Introduced to healthcare through his mother, a nurse, Dr. Michael DiRico developed a strong interest in critical care during medical school. He brings a unique perspective to treating lung cancer patients: His grandmother died from the disease, while his mother has lived for more than four years with the disease, thanks to advanced treatments.
As a board-certified pulmonary disease physician, Dr. DiRico provides comprehensive care for adult patients with complex diseases of the respiratory system, including the lungs, airways and blood vessels. He is fellowship-trained in interventional pulmonology, which uses advanced and minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat lung cancer and other airway disorders.
Dr. DiRico creates a comfortable space for patients, listening carefully to concerns and answering questions without judgment. He counsels and supports patients while providing options based on the most recent science and medical advances. He encourages everyone to not smoke, emphasizing the benefits to stopping even after a lifetime of smoking.
Born in New York and raised in Pennsylvania, Dr. DiRico moved to Cincinnati to join TriHealth and live closer to family. He enjoys exploring the city with his dog, Kobe. He also loves traveling, reading and playing pickleball.
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