Best Pulmonologist in Kothapet, Vijayawada

A pulmonologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosis and management of diseases and disorders related to lungs and other respiratory soft tissues. Some of the common conditions treated by pulmonologists are asthma, bronchitis, COPD, pneumonia, cystic fibrosis, obstructive sleep apnea and malignant tumors of lungs. A pulmonologist has commendable academic qualifications such as MBBS (Bachelor or Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), and MD (Doctor of Chest Medicine) and also DM in Pulmonology.

Some of the diagnostic investigations offered by pulmonologists are pulmonary function tests, chest x-rays, bronchoscopy and sleep studies. Most of the lung conditions are managed with medications, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation services. For severe damage of lung diseases, lung transplantation or lung volume reduction surgery is offered by pulmonologists in collaboration with Lung surgeons. A pulmonologist provides counseling on tobacco cessation, nicotine withdrawal, and avoidance of allergens. They also recommend vaccinations against pneumonia, RSV, COVID-19 and tuberculosis infections to prevent respiratory distress and worsening of any lung diseases. A pulmonologist provides referrals to sleep specialists, surgeons and other specialty doctors for needful evaluation and comprehensive management.