Best Pulmonologists in Hyderabad

A Pulmonologist is a doctor who specializes in identifying and treating diseases and medical conditions affecting the lungs and the respiratory tract.

A qualified Pulmonologist completes 5½ years of training in MBBS, followed by 3 years of training in MD, Internal Medicine followed by 3 years of training in DM, Pulmonology. Additional fellowships and certifications may be done.

There are many sub-specialties of Pulmonology such as Interventional Pulmonology, Lung Transplant Pulmonology, Paediatric Pulmonology, Respiratory Medicine, Somnology or Sleep Medicine, etc.

Pulmonologists treat diseases and medical conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, pulmonary tuberculosis, occupational lung diseases, COPD, interstitial lung disease, sarcoidosis, rheumatoid lung disease, etc.

A referral to a Pulmonologist is made by a general physician when there are indications of lung and airway disease that require specialized care for management.

Pulmonologists perform procedures like bronchoscopy, thoracocentesis, and pleuroscopy that enable them to look inside the lungs and airways and assist in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Pulmonologists do not perform surgical procedures on the lungs, but interventional pulmonologists perform procedures using bronchoscopy and endoscopy for evaluation and treatment of lung disease.

A Pulmonologist will discuss your problem with you and inquire in detail about your symptoms and perform an examination if required, and order blood tests and imaging tests.

A Pulmonologist may ask for blood tests such as CBP, ESR, liver and renal function, blood sugar levels, etc. Additional tests such as pulmonary function tests, bronchoscopy, ECG, CT, or MRI, may be advised.

Apart from discussing symptoms, seeking advice on probable causes, side effects of prescribed medications, restrictions on activities or diet, and additional management and preventive measures is helpful.