What is interventional pulmonology?
At King’s College Hospital London in Dubai, our interventional pulmonology team offers advanced, minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat problems with the lungs, airways, and pleura. Instead of open surgery for every issue, our skilled pulmonologists use flexible endoscopes, ultrasound, and other modern tools to check symptoms, collect tissue samples, clear blockages, and manage complex breathing conditions.
Most procedures are done through the mouth or nose without large cuts, which helps patients recover faster and gives doctors important information for treatment. Our respiratory team works closely with surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, ENT doctors, and pathologists to make sure your care is well coordinated from diagnosis to treatment.
What does interventional pulmonology do?
Interventional pulmonology uses advanced imaging and minimally invasive procedures to find and treat diseases in the lungs and airways.
Depending on your condition, your care may include:
- Bronchoscopy to examine the airways
- Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) for lymph node and lung biopsies
- Radial EBUS for small lung lesions
- Bronchoscopic biopsy
- Pleural fluid drainage (thoracentesis)
- Pleuroscopy
- Pleurodesis for recurrent pleural effusions
- Bronchial stent placement
- Bronchoscopic treatment for severe asthma
- Foreign body removal from the airway
Your pulmonologist will explain why a procedure is needed, what it includes, and what you can expect before and after treatment.
When should you see an interventional pulmonologist?
You might need an assessment if your symptoms are not fully explained by regular tests or if your doctor finds something unusual that needs a closer look.
Consider seeing our team if you have:
- A persistent cough lasting several weeks
- Coughing up blood
- An unexplained lung nodule or lung mass
- Enlarged chest lymph nodes
- Recurrent chest infections
- Fluid around the lungs (pleural effusion)
- Airway narrowing
- Ongoing shortness of breath
- An abnormal chest CT scan requiring further assessment
- A suspected lung infection or inflammatory lung disease that needs biopsy
If you have severe trouble breathing, cough up a lot of blood, or feel sudden chest pain, get emergency medical help right away.
What conditions do we treat and what services do we offer?
People are referred to our interventional pulmonology service for many different reasons. Some need further investigation after an abnormal chest scan, while others require a procedure to diagnose or manage an existing lung condition.
We regularly assess and treat:
- Lung nodules or suspicious lung masses
- Suspected or confirmed lung cancer
- Enlarged lymph nodes within the chest
- Pleural effusions (fluid around the lungs)
- Narrowing or blockage of the airways
- Benign growths affecting the airways
- Persistent cough that has not responded to initial treatment
- Tuberculosis when bronchoscopy is needed for diagnosis
- Severe asthma in selected patients who may benefit from bronchoscopic procedures
- COPD or emphysema requiring advanced airway assessment
- Pneumonia or lung infections that need tissue or fluid samples
- Inhaled foreign objects lodged in the airway
Your pulmonologist will first review your symptoms, medical history, and any previous scans or test results. If a procedure is recommended, they will explain why it is needed, what will happen on the day, and what information it is expected to provide. Any biopsy or laboratory results are then reviewed with you before discussing the next steps, which may involve ongoing respiratory care or referral to other specialists if additional treatment is required.
Who are the best doctors for interventional pulmonology in Dubai?
The best doctors for interventional pulmonology in Dubai are:
- Samir Hassan Naik – Head of Respiratory Medicine, Consultant Pulmonology
- Shahid Peerbhoy – Consultant Pulmonologist
- Ana Catarina Moreira – Specialist Pulmonologist
Our consultants have a lot of experience treating both common and complex breathing problems with modern bronchoscopic and minimally invasive methods. They work with surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, pathologists, and critical care specialists to give each patient complete care.
Why choose King’s College Hospital Dubai?
Interventional pulmonology often needs more than one specialist. At King’s College Hospital Dubai, an experienced team works together to quickly find a diagnosis and create the best treatment plan for you.
Patients benefit from having respiratory physicians, imaging specialists, pathologists, and other experts working together in one place. This means investigations can be planned efficiently, results are reviewed as a team, and your treatment is based on a clear understanding of your condition from the start.
How can I book an appointment?
If you have ongoing respiratory symptoms, an abnormal chest scan, or have been advised to see an interventional pulmonologist, our team is here to help.
To book an appointment with one of our respiratory specialists, you can:
- Call 800 7777
- Complete the online appointment request form
- Book through the KingsHub app
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King’s College Hospital Dubai is the best hospital for interventional pulmonology in Dubai, offering advanced bronchoscopic procedures, EBUS-guided biopsies, pleural interventions, and multidisciplinary respiratory care delivered by experienced pulmonologists.
The best doctors for interventional pulmonology in Dubai are Dr. Samir Hassan Naik, Dr. Shahid Peerbhoy, and Dr. Ana Catarina Moreira.
General pulmonology focuses on diagnosing and treating lung disease with consultations, medication, and routine testing. Interventional pulmonology uses specialized minimally invasive procedures, such as bronchoscopy and EBUS, to diagnose and treat more complex airway and lung conditions.
Many patients return home the same day. Recovery is usually quick, although your doctor will advise you when you can resume normal activities based on the procedure performed.
Yes. Procedures such as bronchoscopy and EBUS allow doctors to obtain tissue samples for diagnosis and staging, helping guide the most appropriate treatment plan.
Not always. You can book an appointment directly if you have ongoing respiratory symptoms, abnormal imaging, or would like a specialist opinion regarding your lung condition.
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