Dr. Prashant Kumar Singh
Director & HOD- Interventional Pulmonology & Chest Medicine
Experience | 15 + Years |
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language | Hindi, English |
Qualifications | MBBS, DTCD, DNB (Pulmonology) , FCCP (U.S.A.) |
About Us
Past Experience :
- HOD & Sr. Consultant - Pulmonology Dept. In Ruban Memorial Hospital, Patna
- Consultant - Pulmonology in Nayati Medi city , Mathura
- Senior Registrar in Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Expertise of a Pulmonologist
Dr. Prashant Kumar Singh is a Interventional Pulmonologist , Chest Specialist or Lung Specialist and a medical expert who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases related to the lungs, airways, and the entire respiratory system. They are highly trained to manage both common and complex breathing disorders, often working closely with critical care and interventional teams.
Core Areas of Expertise
- Chronic Respiratory Diseases – Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), chronic bronchitis, and interstitial lung disease.
- Infections of the Lungs – Pneumonia, tuberculosis (TB), bronchitis, and post-COVID lung complications.
- Sleep-Related Disorders – Obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, and other sleep-related breathing issues.
- Lung Cancer & Tumors – Diagnosis, staging, and interventional procedures for lung nodules and malignancie
- Pleural Diseases – Management of pleural effusion, pneumothorax, and related conditions.
- Occupational Lung Diseases – Silicosis, asbestosis, and lung damage caused by workplace exposures.
- Critical & Emergency Care – Respiratory failure, ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome), ventilator management, and ICU-based lung care.
Advanced Interventional Expertise
- Modern pulmonologists are also trained in interventional pulmonology, using minimally invasive techniques such as:
- Bronchoscopy (rigid & flexible) for airway evaluation and clearance
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) for diagnosing cancer & TB
- Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy for pleural disease management
- Airway Stenting & Bronchoplasty for treating blocked or narrowed airways
- Lung Biopsy & Fluid Drainage (Thoracentesis) for accurate diagnosis
Holistic Patient Care
- Beyond procedures and medications, pulmonologists provide:
- Pulmonary rehabilitation programs
- Smoking cessation guidance
- Long-term management plans for chronic lung diseases
- Collaborative care with cardiology, oncology, and critical care teams
OPD Timing :
- Mon, Tue, Thurs & Sat : Morning 11:00 AM to 1:00PM
- Wed & Fri : Evening 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM