Pulmonology

Bhardwaj Multispeciality Hospital is committed to providing comprehensive pulmonology services aimed at diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of respiratory conditions and diseases. Our team of skilled pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, nurses, and support staff are dedicated to delivering high-quality care with compassion, expertise, and state-of-the-art technology.

Here are some key aspects of our pulmonology services:

1. Diagnostic Services: We offer a full range of diagnostic services to evaluate respiratory conditions and diseases. These may include:
   • Pulmonary function tests (PFTs): These tests measure lung function, including lung capacity, airflow, and gas exchange, to diagnose conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and interstitial lung disease.
   • Imaging studies: We use imaging modalities such as chest X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to visualize the lungs and airways and identify abnormalities such as tumors, infections, and structural defects.
   • Bronchoscopy: This procedure involves inserting a flexible tube (bronchoscope) into the airways to visualize the lungs and obtain tissue samples for biopsy, diagnose infections, and remove foreign bodies.
   • Sleep studies: We conduct sleep studies (polysomnography) to diagnose sleep-related breathing disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome.
2. Treatment and Management: Our pulmonologists provide expert treatment and management of a wide range of respiratory conditions, including:
   • Asthma: We develop personalized treatment plans, including inhaler medications, oral medications, and lifestyle modifications, to control symptoms and prevent asthma exacerbations.
   • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): We offer comprehensive management strategies, including bronchodilator medications, corticosteroids, oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, and smoking cessation programs, to improve lung function and quality of life for patients with COPD.
   • Interstitial lung disease (ILD): We diagnose and manage ILDs such as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), sarcoidosis, and connective tissue disease-associated ILDs using a multidisciplinary approach, including immunosuppressive medications, oxygen therapy, and supportive care.
   • Lung cancer: We provide early detection, diagnosis, staging, and treatment of lung cancer, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, to improve outcomes and quality of life for patients with lung cancer.
   • Pulmonary infections: We diagnose and treat pulmonary infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, tuberculosis, and fungal infections using antimicrobial medications, antiviral medications, and supportive care measures.
   • Sleep disorders: We diagnose and manage sleep-related breathing disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central sleep apnea, and hypoventilation syndromes, using positive airway pressure therapy, oral appliances, and lifestyle modifications.
3. Interventional Pulmonology: We offer advanced interventional pulmonology procedures to diagnose and treat complex respiratory conditions. These may include:
   • Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS): A minimally invasive procedure used to visualize the airways and surrounding structures and obtain tissue samples for biopsy to diagnose lung cancer, mediastinal lymphadenopathy, and other thoracic diseases.
   • Bronchial thermoplasty: A procedure used to treat severe asthma by delivering controlled thermal energy to the airway walls to reduce airway smooth muscle mass and improve asthma symptoms.
   • Pleural procedures: We perform thoracentesis, pleural biopsy, chest tube placement, and pleurodesis to diagnose and manage pleural effusions, pneumothorax, and other pleural disorders.
   • Advanced bronchoscopy: We offer therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures, including airway stent placement, balloon dilation, laser therapy, and cryotherapy, to treat airway obstruction, stenosis, and tumors.
4. Smoking Cessation Program: We provide comprehensive smoking cessation counseling and support services to help individuals quit smoking and reduce the risk of respiratory diseases, including COPD, lung cancer, and cardiovascular disease. Our smoking cessation program includes behavioral counseling, nicotine replacement therapy, prescription medications, and ongoing support to promote successful smoking cessation and long-term abstinence.

At Bhardwaj Multispeciality Hospital, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional pulmonology services with a focus on excellence, compassion, and patient-centered care. Our team of pulmonologists and healthcare professionals are committed to improving the respiratory health and quality of life of our patients through personalized evaluation, advanced treatments, and comprehensive support services.