PULMONOLOGY
Comprehensive Care for Lung and Breathing Disorders
The Department of Pulmonology at Shifa International Hospital provides complete evaluation and treatment for a wide spectrum of lung diseases and sleep-related breathing problems. Our team combines advanced technology with personalized care to help patients breathe better and live healthier lives.
Facilities
Our department is equipped with modern infrastructure and specialized units designed to deliver advanced respiratory care:
Dedicated bronchoscopy suite offering both diagnostic and therapeutic endobronchial procedures
Outpatient pleural clinic for specialized pleural procedures including aspirations, chest drains and pleurodesis
Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) support available on medical floors (and on ICU) for patients with respiratory failure
Negative-pressure isolation rooms for infection control (TB, COVID-19 and other airborne infections)
Pulmonary rehabilitation programs to support recovery and improve quality of life
Lung cancer care pathway, integrating pulmonology with oncology, thoracic surgery and radiation therapy
Lung cancer screening services for early detection in high-risk individuals
24/7 emergency services for acute respiratory problems
Diagnostic Services
We provide a full range of advanced diagnostic tests for accurate evaluation of lung and sleep disorders:
Pulmonary function testing including spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity and body plethysmography (body box)
Fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) testing for assessment of airway inflammation
Bronchoscopy for airway evaluation, sampling and biopsy
Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) for minimally invasive biopsy and lung cancer staging
Sleep studies (polysomnography) for diagnosis of sleep apnea and related conditions
Chest imaging (X-ray, CT scan, HRCT) in collaboration with Radiology
Pleural fluid analysis and ultrasound-guided procedures
Allergy testing for asthma and hypersensitivity disorders
Arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and advanced respiratory monitoring
Treatment & Management
We provide personalised care plans tailored to each patient’s condition and needs. Our services include:
Asthma and COPD management programmes, including inhaler education and long-term follow-up
Advanced bronchoscopic interventions such as stent placement, foreign body removal and therapeutic procedures
Comprehensive care for lung cancer, integrated with oncology, thoracic surgery and radiation services
Management of interstitial lung diseases with access to specialised therapies and multidisciplinary support
Treatment of lung infections including tuberculosis, pneumonia and complex respiratory infections
Sleep disorder management with CPAP, BiPAP and lifestyle guidance
Pulmonary rehabilitation to restore function, reduce symptoms and improve quality of life
Critical respiratory care, including non-invasive ventilation for respiratory failure and support for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
Milestones
Launch of dedicated Pulmonology services
1990s
Establishment of sleep lab and introduction of advanced bronchoscopy
2000s
Expansion to include bronchoscopy services and critical care support, with integration of infection control measures and pulmonary rehabilitation programs
2010s
Growth into a full interventional pulmonology service with EBUS, a dedicated pleural clinic, new diagnostic tools such as FeNO testing, and dedicated ultrasound for pleural imaging
2020s
Active research across wide spectrum of pulmonology disorders with national awards, international presentations (ERS, ESMO), publications, and regular CME activities
Ongoing
Clinical Team
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