Pulmonary disease doctor
A Pulmonary Disease Doctor, also known as a pulmonologist, is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory tract diseases and conditions.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Pulmonologists are experts in the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the lungs. They treat a wide range of respiratory conditions, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, lung cancer, and complex lung infections.
Roles and Responsibilities[edit | edit source]
- Diagnosing Respiratory Conditions: Utilizing tests such as chest X-rays, CT scans, pulmonary function tests, and bronchoscopies to diagnose lung diseases.
- Managing Lung Diseases: Treating chronic and acute conditions affecting the respiratory system.
- Interventional Procedures: Performing procedures like bronchoscopy to diagnose and treat lung diseases.
- Critical Care: Managing respiratory care for critically ill patients, often in intensive care units.
- Research and Education: Engaging in research to discover new treatments for pulmonary diseases and educating patients about lung health.
Education and Training[edit | edit source]
- Undergraduate Degree: A bachelor’s degree, typically in a science-related field.
- Medical School: Completion of medical school to earn an MD or DO degree.
- Residency Training: A residency in internal medicine.
- Fellowship in Pulmonary Medicine: Additional specialized training in pulmonary disease.
Subspecialties[edit | edit source]
Pulmonologists may further specialize in:
- Critical Care Medicine: Managing care for critically ill patients in the ICU.
- Sleep Medicine: Diagnosing and treating sleep-related breathing disorders.
- Interventional Pulmonology: Focusing on advanced bronchoscopic and pleural procedures.
Practice Settings[edit | edit source]
Pulmonary Disease Doctors work in various settings, including:
- Hospitals
- Private practices
- Pulmonary clinics
- Academic medical centers
Professional Organizations[edit | edit source]
Organizations like the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) and the American Thoracic Society (ATS) provide resources and advocacy for pulmonologists.
Find a pulmonologist (world)[edit | edit source]
| country | state | amenity | coordinates | specialties | post code | city | services | local name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | Doctors | 41.22555756, 1.723774388 | Paediatrics • Pulmonology | 8800 | Doctor | Pediatra i Pneumologia Infantil -Gemma Morera Ransanz | ||
| Spain | Doctors | 41.22555756, 1.723774388 | Paediatrics • Pulmonology | 8800 | Doctor | Pediatra i Pneumologia Infantil -Gemma Morera Ransanz | ||
| Spain | Doctors | 41.6567525, -4.721254944 | Pulmonology | 47003 | Valladolid | Doctor | Oxigen Salud | |
| Spain | Doctors | 41.6567525, -4.721254944 | Pulmonology | 47003 | Valladolid | Doctor | Oxigen Salud | |
| Switzerland | Doctors | 46.75715407, 7.629151565 | Allergology • Pulmonology • Cardiology • Munology | Doctor | Allergiepraxis beo ag | |||
| Switzerland | Doctors | 46.75715407, 7.629151565 | Allergology • Pulmonology • Cardiology • Munology | Doctor | Allergiepraxis beo ag | |||
| Switzerland | Healthsites | Pulmonology | Clinic | LungenZentrum Im Park | ||||
| Switzerland | Healthsites | Pulmonology | Clinic | LungenZentrum Im Park |
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Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Pulmonary Disease Doctors play a critical role in healthcare, offering specialized care for a wide range of lung and respiratory conditions, contributing significantly to respiratory health and patient well-being.
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