The Department of Respiratory Medicine at Santosh Medical College and Hospital is dedicated towards bringing most innovative & advances respiratory care to all at most affordable cost for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide spectrum of respiratory diseases. Our team of experienced pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, and nursing staff deliver comprehensive, patient-focused care using the latest diagnostic tools and evidence-based treatments. 

We combine clinical expertise, advanced technology, and compassionate care to ensure optimal outcomes for patients with acute and chronic lung conditions. 

Our Services:

We provide a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services, including: 

• Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy (FOB): Minimally invasive examination and management of airway and lung conditions. 
• Thoracoscopic biopsy & interventions
• Sleep Study: Evaluation and management of sleep disordered breathing diseases. 
• Skin Prick Test (Allergy Test): Identification of allergens triggering respiratory or skin symptoms. 
• Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) & Diffusion Capacity (DLCO): Assessment of lung function and gas exchange efficiency. 
• Respiratory ICU: Specialized intensive care services for critically ill patients with severe respiratory failure and complex lung conditions. 

Specialty Clinics:

Our department offers dedicated specialty clinics for focused respiratory care: 

• Bronchial Asthma Clinic: Comprehensive asthma management for better control and improved quality of life. 
• COPD Clinic: Specialized care for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, including advanced therapies and rehabilitation. 
• Smoking/Tobacco Cessation Clinic: Structured programs and counseling to help patients quit smoking and tobacco use. 
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Clinic: Multidisciplinary care to enhance physical and emotional well-being in chronic lung disease patients. 
• Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Clinic: Diagnosis and treatment of ILD with both medication-based and supportive therapies. 
• Post-COVID Clinic:  Long-term monitoring, rehabilitation, and symptom management for patients recovering from COVID-19. 

Key Procedures & Clinical Focus Area:

• Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy (FOB) 
• Thoracoscopic biopsy & interventions 
• Sleep Study (Polysomnography)  
• Allergy Testing  
• Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) and DLCO  
• Interventional Pulmonology  
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs  
• Respiratory ICU  

Facilities and Infrastructure:

• Dedicated MDR-TB Ward: Isolation and specialized care for Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis patients with strict infection control protocols. 
• Respiratory ICU: Equipped with advanced ventilators, non-invasive ventilation systems, and monitoring facilities for critically ill patients. 
• Intervention pulmonology Suite 
• Advanced Diagnostic Equipment for FOB, PFT, DLCO, and sleep studies. 
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Unit with exercise therapy, education, and nutritional guidance. 
• Specialized Clinics for asthma, COPD, ILD, and post-COVID care. 
• Round-the-Clock Emergency Support for acute respiratory conditions. 

Upcoming Facilities 

• Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS): Advanced imaging for diagnosing lung diseases, staging lung cancer, and sampling lymph nodes. 

Respiratory HDU (High Dependency Unit) at Santosh Hospital 

Santosh Hospital's Respiratory HDU provides specialized, close monitoring and advanced respiratory support for patients requiring higher acuity care than a general ward but not needing full ICU admission. Equipped with state-of-the-art non-invasive ventilation systems, high-flow oxygen therapy, and continuous vital sign monitoring, the Respiratory HDU caters to patients with acute exacerbations of chronic lung diseases, respiratory failure requiring 

ventilator support, and severe infections like pneumonia and tuberculosis (Separate Ward). Experienced pulmonologists and trained nursing staff deliver intensive respiratory therapies, ensuring rapid stabilization and early intervention 

Why Choose Santosh Hospital? 

• Comprehensive care for all respiratory conditions, from asthma to complex lung diseases. 
• Experienced pulmonologists using advanced tools like bronchoscopy,EBUS , THoracoscopy lung function tests, and sleep studies. 
• Specialized clinics for asthma, COPD, TB, post-COVID recovery, and smoking cessation. 
• Dedicated MDR-TB ward with strict infection control. 
• State-of-the-art Respiratory ICU Medicine for managing critically ill lung patients. 
• 24/7 emergency respiratory services and ICU support. 
• Focus on patient education and pulmonary rehabilitation for long-term health.