Question 1

Where does Dr. Jay Vadgama practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Jay Vadgama practices at Pragati Multi-speciality Hospital  - Mangla Main Road.

Question 2

What is Dr. Jay Vadgama's education qualification?

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Dr. Jay Vadgama has the following qualifications - MBBS, MD - Pulmonary Medicine.

Question 3

What does Dr. Jay Vadgama specialises in ?

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Dr. Jay Vadgama specialises as Pulmonologist.

Question 4

How many years of experience does Dr. Jay Vadgama have?

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Dr. Jay Vadgama has an overall experience of 5 years. View where has Dr. Jay Vadgama practiced in the past.

Question 5

Who is Dr. Jay Vadgama?

Accepted Answer

Consultant Pulmonologist & Critical Care Specialist. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 6

What is a Pulmonologist?

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A pulmonologist is a medical professional who specialize in diagnosing and treating lung-related conditions.

Question 7

What type of respiratory problems can a Pulmonologist treat?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonologists treat the following respiratory conditions:
• Asthma
• Bronchitis
• Pulmonary hypertension
• Emphysema
• Lung cancer
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Cystic fibrosis
• Tuberculosis
• Obstructive sleep apnea

Question 8

When do you need to visit a Pulmonologist?

Accepted Answer

You should visit a pulmonologist when you experience the following symptoms:
• Problems in exercising due to difficulty in breathing 
• Unexplained weight loss with cough since over 4 weeks
• A persistent cough
• Smoking habit
• Bloody mucus with pus
• Shortness of breath

Question 9

What tests wil a Pulmonologist do for a check up?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonologists typically recommend pulmonary function tests or PFTs. They are a group of tests which generally include spirometry, lung volume tests, arterial blood gas test, lung diffusion capacity, and pulse oximetry estimates. They might even order a chest X-ray or CT scan, based on your individual needs.

Question 10

What is the difference between a Pulmonologist and chest surgeon?

Accepted Answer

Chest surgeons perform surgical procedures on the lungs and heart. Pulmonologists may perform specialized procedures to obtain samples from the lung or chest but do not perform surgeries.e.g. bronchoscopy

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