Pulmonology

Pulmonology

The department sets the bar high when it comes to delivering world-class services to all inpatients and outpatients, for lung disorders ranging from asthma and COPD to lung cancer and tuberculosis, with the help of cutting-edge invasive and non-invasive modalities.

Backed by the experience and expertise of a dynamic group of professionals including clinicians, nursing staff, pulmonary and bronchoscopy technicians as well as physiotherapists, the department provides patients with the best of medical services in a holistic manner.

By providing evidence based treatment and innovative solutions to advance clinical practice the department is set to become a leading centre, at a global level, for the treatment of lung disease and sleep disorders

 Pulmonary Services

  • Assessment of pulmonary functions, including lung volumes, flow rates, airway resistance. Additional tests available include the six-minute walk test, exercise oximetry, cardiopulmonary exercise testing and inspiratory and expiratory pressures (for patients with neuromuscular disorders)
  • A structured Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program in association with Physiotherapy Department
  • Bronchoscopy Service to perform endoscopic investigations for a range of pulmonary diseases, including lung cancer.