Bespoke Respiratory Care

No matter the severity of your respiratory condition, we focus on optimising your symptoms, preventing flare-ups, and developing a personalised, long-term plan to protect and improve your respiratory health.

Common Respiratory Conditions

  • Optimal asthma care starts with a clear diagnosis, understanding your triggers, and identifying reversible factors that can affect symptom control. We systematically assess these aspects to create a personalized management plan that minimizes asthma’s impact on your daily life and helps you prevent and manage flare-ups. Our team also supports lung function testing and ongoing monitoring to ensure effective treatment. We manage the full spectrum of asthma, from mild to severe, including the use of biologic therapy for more advanced cases.

  • Bronchiectasis requires careful management to prevent flare-ups and maintain lung health. We provide comprehensive evaluation, including advanced imaging and coordinated testing to identify any underlying causes. Our tailored treatment plans focus on symptom relief, improving lung function, and preventing further damage. Additionally, we offer pulmonary rehabilitation and ongoing support, including airway clearance techniques and antibiotic management, to help you effectively manage bronchiectasis.

  • Chronic cough can be frustrating and disruptive, often requiring a thorough, systematic approach to uncover its underlying cause. We conduct a comprehensive evaluation, including detailed medical history, physical examination, and specialised tests, to identify factors such as respiratory conditions, reflux, or allergies. By pinpointing the root cause, we can develop an individualised treatment plan that addresses both symptoms and the underlying condition, helping to reduce the impact of chronic cough on your daily life.

  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) requires ongoing care to manage symptoms and improve quality of life. We provide a thorough assessment, including lung function testing and evaluation of underlying factors that may contribute to your condition. Our personalized treatment plans focus on improving airflow, managing flare-ups, and slowing disease progression. We also offer pulmonary rehabilitation, smoking cessation support, and coordinated care to help you manage COPD effectively and enhance your daily well-being.

  • Pulmonary fibrosis requires early diagnosis and specialised management to slow disease progression and improve quality of life. We offer a comprehensive approach, including advanced imaging and lung function tests, to assess the severity of the condition and identify underlying causes. Our personalised treatment plans focus on managing symptoms, preserving lung function and improving breathing capacity. Where needed, we also coordinate antifibrotic therapy and immunosuppression as part of your treatment, alongside pulmonary rehabilitation and collaboration with other specialists to ensure the best possible care.

  • Pulmonary nodules are often an incidental finding on imaging scans and may not always be a cause for concern. However, we take a careful and systematic approach to evaluate each case, considering factors such as size, location and any potential risk of malignancy. Our comprehensive assessment includes further imaging, biopsy if needed, and monitoring to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. We work closely with you to develop a personalised plan based on the findings and ensure peace of mind throughout the process.

Lung Function Testing

We coordinate timely, bulk-billed lung function testing within the Royal Melbourne Hospital precinct to measure breathing capacity in a variety of lung conditions.

Common tests we utilise include:

  • Spirometry

  • Gas transfer

  • Measurement of lung volumes

  • Six minute walk test

  • Fraction of exhaled nitric oxide