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Meet Our Team
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Dr. N. Muthulakshmi MD.,(Pulmonology)
Senior Consultant Pulmonologist
The Pulmonology Department at Vikram Multispeciality Hospital in Madurai boasts state-of-the-art facilities aligned with international standards. Focused on addressing conditions related to airways, lungs, and pleura, the department also specializes in Sleep Disordered Breathing, Allergy and Immunotherapy, as well as the rehabilitation of patients with respiratory diseases. Our dedicated team comprises highly qualified medical doctors who are passionately committed to delivering top-notch, holistic care to our patients. With a patient-centric approach, our team ensures round-the-clock services by collaborating with specialists from critical care, oncology, cardiology, internal medicine, interventional radiology, and thoracic surgery. At Vikram Multispeciality Hospital, we prioritize the well-being of our patients and strive to provide integrated and comprehensive care for respiratory health.
SERVICES:
- Asthma Education and Management Clinic (adults and pediatrics)
- Lung function testing (Measurement of Lung Volumes and Capacities, Carbon Monoxide Diffusion, Body Plethysmography)
- Allergy screening and desensitization testing (both environmental and food allergens)
- Overnight pulse oximetry for diagnosis and management of sleep disorders
- Bronchoscopy (Lavage, Biopsy, Brushing, Trans-cranial and Trans-bronchial Biopsy)
- Timely screening, diagnosis and management of lung cancer
- Oxygen therapy and Non-invasive ventilator therapy(CPAP, BiPAP)
- Pneumonia and other infectious diseases
- Pleural fluid aspiration (Diagnostic & Therapeutic)
- Vaccinations for chest infections (Influenza & Pneumonia)
- Education and support for smoking cessation
- Tuberculosis and Fungal Respiratory Diseases
- Allergy and Asthma
- COPD
- Smoking-related lung diseases
- Pneumonias [lung infections]
- TB [including drug-resistant tuberculosis i.e. MDR/XDR TB]
- ILD [interstitial lung diseases]
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Sleep-disordered breathing [obstructive sleep apnea and other complex sleep apneas]
- Pulmonary emergencies [respiratory failure and ARDS, tension pneumothorax, pulmonary embolism, foreign body obstruction and other central airway obstructions, massive hemoptysis, exacerbations of asthma, COPD and ILD etc]
- Pleural diseases [pleural effusions, pneumothorax, hemothorax, and pleural malignancies]
- Lung cancer
- Occupational lung diseases [coal workers pneumoconiosis, silicosis, asbestosis etc]
- Bronchiectasis
- Thoracic trauma/ flail chest
- Smoking cessation services
- Treatment for tracheal stenosis of any cause and other tracheal disorders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is pulmonology?
Pulmonology is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory conditions and diseases. Pulmonologists are trained to manage a wide range of respiratory disorders, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), lung infections, and interstitial lung diseases.
When should I see a pulmonologist?
You should consider seeing a pulmonologist if you experience symptoms or have concerns related to your respiratory health. Common reasons to consult with a pulmonologist include persistent cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, wheezing, or if you have a chronic respiratory condition that requires specialized care.
What diagnostic tests and treatments do pulmonologists provide?
Pulmonologists perform diagnostic tests such as spirometry (lung function testing), chest X-rays, CT scans, and bronchoscopy to evaluate lung function and identify respiratory conditions. Treatment options may include medication management, oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, and lifestyle modifications.
