The Respirology Unit at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) offers specialised care for patients with lung and breathing-related conditions. We provide both inpatient and outpatient services. Our aim is to ensure accurate diagnosis, compassionate care, and clear communication throughout each patient’s journey.
Your Care Options
Visit our Outpatient Clinic, located on the ground floor at the medical clinic.
Comprehensive Respiratory Assessment
- Review of symptoms, lung function, imaging, exposures, and medical history to determine the cause of breathing difficulties.
Management of Respiratory Conditions
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Pneumonia and other lung infections
- Tuberculosis and post-TB lung disease
- Interstitial lung diseases (e.g., pulmonary fibrosis)
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Occupational and environmental lung diseases
- Lung cancer (diagnosis, staging support, and co-management with oncology and thoracic surgery)
Pulmonary Diagnostic Services
- Pulse oximetry and arterial blood gas analysis
- Chest imaging review (X-ray, CT scans)
- Sputum and microbiology evaluation
Procedural care
- Non-invasive ventilation (BiPAP/CPAP)
- Oxygen therapy initiation and monitoring
- Bronchoscopy through collaboration with thoracic surgery
Our Team's Expertise
Dr. Thom-Fernandes completed her Master’s in Internal Medicine/Infectious Disease before pursuing a fellowship in Adult Respirology at McMaster University. She specialises in diagnosing and managing asthma, COPD, interstitial lung disease, lung infections, and other complex respiratory, strong multidisciplinary approach, providing evidence-based, patient-centred care supported by advanced clinical training and a commitment to improving lung health.
Respirologists
Doctors specialised in internal medicine and respiratory diseases. Expertise includes managing obstructive lung conditions, providing critical respiratory care, diagnosing lung infections, treating interstitial lung diseases, interpreting pulmonary function tests, performing pleural procedures, and co-managing complex cases.
Internal Medicine Physicians & Residents
Provide frontline assessment, stabilisation, and ongoing care for respiratory patients under specialist guidance.
Respiratory Nurses
Skilled professionals providing patient education, smoking cessation support, and inhaler technique training.
Multidisciplinary Team
We collaborate with internal medicine, intensive care, surgical services, oncology, infectious diseases, cardiology, and radiology to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care.