The Pulmonology Department at Charak Memorial Hospital is a specialized healthcare facility dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of respiratory and lung-related conditions. Staffed by a team of highly skilled and experienced pulmonologists, the department provides exceptional care to patients suffering from both acute and chronic diseases of the lungs, airways, and respiratory system.

Key Services and Specialties:

General Pulmonology: The department offers comprehensive care for a variety of respiratory conditions, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchitis, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, and pleural diseases. Our pulmonologists work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans and provide ongoing management of their respiratory health.

Specialized Clinics: The department houses several specialized clinics focused on specific areas of pulmonary medicine, such as asthma and allergy management, COPD and smoking cessation, sleep-related breathing disorders, and interstitial lung disease. These clinics are staffed by physicians with advanced training and expertise in their respective fields.

Diagnostic Services: Patients have access to a wide range of diagnostic services within the department, including pulmonary function tests (spirometry), chest X-rays, CT scans, bronchoscopy, sleep studies (polysomnography), and arterial blood gas analysis. These services aid in the accurate diagnosis and monitoring of various respiratory conditions.

Inpatient Care: The department provides comprehensive inpatient care for individuals requiring hospitalization for acute respiratory illnesses, respiratory failure, or exacerbations of chronic lung conditions. Our pulmonologists work closely with nurses, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and holistic care.

Preventive Medicine: The Pulmonology department places a strong emphasis on preventive care, offering services such as lung health screenings, smoking cessation programs, counseling on environmental and occupational risk factors, and vaccination programs for respiratory infections such as influenza and pneumonia.

The Pulmonology Department at Charak Memorial Hospital is committed to delivering patient-centered care, utilizing evidence-based practices and the latest advancements in respiratory medicine. The team of pulmonologists works collaboratively with cardiologists, thoracic surgeons, oncologists, and critical care specialists within the hospital to provide comprehensive and integrated care for patients with complex or multisystem respiratory disorders.