Respiratory Medicine
Respiratory medicine is concerned with the nasal passages, trachea, lungs and bronchi. These organs are responsible for carrying oxygen from the air to the blood and expelling carbon dioxide.
Our consultant respiratory physicians provide specialist diagnosis and treatment of all conditions affecting the respiratory system. We also provide a state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and scoping service at The Edinburgh Clinic.
Our consultants specialise in:
- Asthma
- Breathlessness
- Bronchitis
- Chronic chest condition
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Emphysema
- Fitness to fly
- Lung cancer
- Persistent or unexplained cough
-
Shortness of breath
Appointments and enquiries
You will usually need to be referred to this service by your GP or a healthcare professional. For appointments or enquiries please call us on 0131 447 2340.