Pulmonology
Pulmonology
Pulmonology: Pulmonology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the lungs and respiratory system. Pulmonologists specialize in conditions that affect breathing, including diseases of the lungs, airways, pleura (lining of the lungs), and the chest. Our pulmonologists work with the latest technologies and treatments to manage chronic conditions and treat acute respiratory problems, ensuring you receive the best possible care.
Conditions Treated by Pulmonology
Our pulmonology team is experienced in treating a wide range of respiratory conditions, including:
Asthma: A chronic condition that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to wheezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A group of progressive lung diseases, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, that cause difficulty in breathing.
Pneumonia: An infection of the lungs that causes inflammation and fluid accumulation, leading to symptoms like fever, cough, and difficulty breathing.
Pulmonary Fibrosis: Scarring of lung tissue that affects the ability to breathe and results in shortness of breath and fatigue.
Lung Cancer: A type of cancer that affects the lungs and can cause symptoms like coughing, chest pain, and weight loss.
Tuberculosis (TB): A bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs, causing symptoms like coughing, fever, and weight loss.
Sleep Apnea: A sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep, often leading to daytime fatigue and other health issues.
Interstitial Lung Disease: A group of lung diseases that cause inflammation and scarring of the lung tissue, leading to difficulty breathing.
Bronchitis: Inflammation of the bronchial tubes that can cause coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing, often due to infection or irritants.
Pulmonary Hypertension: High blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs, which can lead to shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue.
Cystic Fibrosis: A genetic condition that affects the lungs, digestive system, and other organs, causing difficulty breathing and frequent lung infections.
Allergic Rhinitis: Inflammation of the nasal passages often triggered by allergens, which can lead to sneezing, congestion, and coughing.
Dr. Rashmi Giri
Pulmonologist
Dr. Rashmi Giri
Pulmonologist
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Skills
Chronic Respiratory Diseases Managing the care of chronic respiratory diseases which include asthma, emphysema, tuberculosis, lung cancers and many other disorders. Therapies to treat these diseases, including antibiotics, steroids and other medications, Coach their patients on management of their illness, by making lifestyle changes or learning coping strategies to minimize their reliance on medications. Offer palliative care such as breathing machines and oxygen to patients in the advanced stages of emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other chronic illnesses. Perioperative Management Assess a patient's ability to withstand the stresses of surgery, and help the surgeons create a breathingmanagement strategy for each patient.
Work Experience
Patan Academy of Health Sciences (Aug 2011 - Aug 2013 kathmandu)
Resident Doctor
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