Respiratory Unit

Respiratory function tests are an important tool in the diagnosis of lung disorders. The service provides the specialist with the information to prescribe optimal treatment and to assess its effectiveness.

The service is an outpatient based service, all investigations are carried out by highly qualified Respiratory Physiologists and reported by a Consultant in Thoracic Medicine.

Our Respiratory Unit is well equipped and able to offer an extensive range of Respiratory investigations including:

Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing (CPX)
Oxygen Assessment for Air Travel
Bronchial Challenge with Mannitol
Full Lung Function
Spirometry/Flow Volume Loop
Pre and Post Bronchodilator measurements
Blood gases (Capillary and Arterial)

SpO₂Measurement
Overnight SpO₂Studies
Sleep Studies
Skin Prick Airborne Allergy Testing
6 Minute Walk Test
Ambulatory Oxygen Assessment
CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure)

A fully developed and well established sleep screening and sleep apnoea service is available; this includes assessment and treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea using CPAP.

Our Team

Clinical Director of the Respiratory Department – Professor Margaret Johnson
Respiratory Physicians – Professor Margaret Johnson, Professor Howard Branley, Dr Dan Ornadel, Dr Amit Patel
Sleep Specialists – Professor Howard Branley, Dr Dan Ornadel, Dr Amit Patel
Head of Department – Peter Price
Senior Respiratory Physiologist – Su Hepenstall

Please note as of August 30th 2016 the Respiratory Department has moved into its brand new facility located on the 1st floor of the main Hospital building.

Services