Department of Respiratory Medicine
Mamta Medical College & Hospital, Siwan (MMCH)
The Department of Respiratory Medicine at Mamta Medical College & Hospital, Siwan, is a specialized center dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases related to the respiratory system. Our department provides comprehensive care for a wide range of pulmonary and thoracic conditions, utilizing the latest diagnostic tools, advanced therapeutic procedures, and evidence-based clinical practices to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
🌟 Vision & Mission
Vision:
To be a leading respiratory medicine department recognized for excellence in patient care, education, and research, improving respiratory health in our community and beyond.
Mission:
To deliver compassionate, high-quality care for patients with respiratory illnesses using a multidisciplinary approach.
To employ state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic modalities for accurate and effective management.
To educate and train medical students, residents, and allied health professionals in respiratory medicine.
To engage in innovative research addressing regional respiratory health challenges.
To promote awareness on respiratory disease prevention, early detection, and healthy living.
🩺 Scope of Services
Our Department of Respiratory Medicine offers a broad spectrum of services targeting diseases and disorders of the lungs and respiratory tract:
Diagnosis and Management of Common Respiratory Diseases
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Comprehensive care including smoking cessation, medication management, and pulmonary rehabilitation.
Asthma: Personalized treatment plans with education on inhaler techniques, trigger avoidance, and regular monitoring.
Pneumonia: Prompt diagnosis and treatment of bacterial, viral, and atypical pneumonias, including inpatient care for severe cases.
Tuberculosis (TB): Diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up in line with national TB control programs and DOTS strategy.
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD): Detailed evaluation and multidisciplinary management of fibrotic and inflammatory lung diseases.
Advanced Respiratory Care
Bronchoscopy: Diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy for lung infections, tumors, foreign body removal, and airway management.
Pleural Diseases: Management of pleural effusion, pneumothorax, empyema, and pleural biopsies.
Sleep Disorders: Diagnosis and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and other sleep-related breathing disorders.
Critical Care & Emergency Respiratory Support
Care for acute respiratory failure, severe asthma attacks, and ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome) in ICU settings.
Mechanical ventilation support and weaning protocols.
Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) and oxygen therapy management.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Structured rehabilitation programs focusing on exercise training, education, and behavioral modification to improve lung function and overall fitness in chronic respiratory patients.
👩⚕️ Expert Team
Our department is staffed by a highly skilled team of respiratory physicians, pulmonologists, and allied healthcare professionals:
Consultant Pulmonologists: Experienced physicians trained in advanced respiratory medicine who lead clinical care and procedural interventions.
Respiratory Therapists: Experts in airway management, mechanical ventilation, and pulmonary function testing.
Nurses Specialized in Respiratory Care: Providing patient education, medication administration, and ongoing support.
Radiologists: Collaborating closely for interpretation of chest X-rays, CT scans, and other imaging studies critical for diagnosis.
Physiotherapists: Offering chest physiotherapy and pulmonary rehabilitation services to enhance respiratory function.
🔬 Research & Innovation
Our department actively engages in research to advance knowledge and improve respiratory health outcomes:
Studies on prevalence, risk factors, and management of COPD, asthma, and tuberculosis in the regional population.
Clinical trials of novel therapeutic agents and interventional procedures.
Research on environmental and occupational respiratory diseases affecting the community.
Collaboration with national and international respiratory research organizations to contribute to global knowledge and best practices.
🤝 Patient-Centered Care
At Mamta Medical College & Hospital, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our patients:
Individualized Treatment Plans: Tailored management strategies based on detailed clinical evaluation and patient preferences.
Patient Education: Emphasis on teaching patients about their disease, medication use, lifestyle changes, and self-management techniques.
Family Involvement: Engaging families in care planning and rehabilitation for better support systems.
Follow-up and Monitoring: Structured follow-up programs to monitor disease progression, treatment adherence, and early detection of complications.
📢 Community Outreach & Awareness Programs
The Department of Respiratory Medicine actively participates in public health initiatives to promote respiratory wellness:
Organizing awareness camps on tobacco cessation, pollution control, and prevention of respiratory infections.
Educating the public on recognizing symptoms of common respiratory diseases and timely seeking medical care.
Collaborating with government programs for TB control and lung health promotion.
Supporting vulnerable populations through screening and preventive services.
