Pulmonology is a medical specialty that focuses on the health of the respiratory system. The respiratory system includes the lungs, airways, and respiratory muscles, all of which are essential for breathing.

Pulmonologists are doctors who diagnose and treat diseases and conditions of the respiratory system. Common conditions they manage include:

• Asthma
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Pneumonia
• Tuberculosis
• Sleep Apnea
• Interstitial Lung Disease
• Bronchitis

Pulmonologists use a variety of diagnostic tools and procedures, such as pulmonary function tests, bronchoscopy, and imaging studies, to assess lung function and diagnose conditions. Treatment may include medication, respiratory therapy, and sometimes surgery.