Respiratory
What is Respiratory Medicine?
Respiratory medicine, also known as pulmonology, is a medical specialty that focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the respiratory system. This includes the nose, throat, trachea, larynx, lungs, and diaphragm.
A respiratory specialist (pulmonologist) is a medical doctor trained to manage a wide range of lung and breathing disorders.
In Malaysia, respiratory specialists play an important role in helping patients manage common conditions such as:
Asthma
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Pneumonia
Tuberculosis (TB)
Lung cancer
Our specialists at KBMC employ advanced diagnostic tools including X-rays, CT scans, pulmonary function tests, and bronchoscopy to accurately assess and monitor respiratory health.