Lung Health
Specialists in our Lung Health centre provide expert diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management for all types of lung and respiratory conditions, in adults and children aged 12 and over. Working collaboratively with our Heart Health centre, our consultants provide a fully integrated cardiothoracic centre of excellence.
Why choose Welbeck for private respiratory care?
At Welbeck, you’ll receive comprehensive, consultant-led respiratory care supported by the very latest diagnostic technology. Our dedicated specialists provide expert assessment and management of a full range of respiratory conditions, of all complexities – from asthma and COPD to interstitial lung disease and sleep apnoea. With on-site access to high-resolution CT imaging, full lung function testing, and interventional diagnostics, our team ensures you receive accurate answers and personalised treatment quickly and seamlessly.
35+
internationally renowned respiratory clinicians
600+
years of combined experience
4000+
academic papers published
Respiratory conditions & symptoms we treat
From common symptoms like breathlessness and cough, to serious lung conditions including cancer and tuberculosis, our specialists are experienced in the management of the full range of respiratory issues.
Respiratory tests & treatments
We diagnose conditions in their earliest stages for the best treatment outcomes. Whatever your reason for coming to us, you’re in safe hands with our experienced consultants and nurses, who’ll ensure your comfort and safety throughout your diagnostic journey with us.
TestLung HealthBronchoscopyBronchoscopy is a procedure that lets doctors look directly into your airways and lungs using a thin, flexible tube with a camera, called a bronchoscope.
TreatmentLung HealthBiPAP (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure)BiPAP therapy helps regulate breathing during sleep by delivering gentle air pressure through a mask.
TestImaging & DiagnosticsCT ScanCT (computed tomography) is a specialised imaging test that uses X-ray beams to create detailed cross-sectional pictures of the body.
TestLung HealthEndobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)An endobronchial ultrasound, or EBUS, is a test that produces images of the inside of your lungs.
TestLung HealthBioFire TestingBioFire testing is a rapid way of identifying a respiratory infection from a single sample, such as a nasal swab or sputum sample.
TestLung HealthBronchial Provocation TestsBronchial provocation tests (also called challenge tests) assess how sensitive your airways are to mild irritants.
TestLung HealthChest DrainA chest drain removes excess fluid or air from the space between your lungs and chest wall.
TreatmentLung HealthContinuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapyContinuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy treats sleep-related breathing disorders like obstructive sleep apnoea.
TestImaging & DiagnosticsBlood Tests and PathologyBlood and pathology tests are a vital part of detecting, diagnosing, and treating conditions.
TestLung HealthCardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)The CPET test at Welbeck assesses how your heart and lungs perform during exercise.
Our respiratory specialists
Our consultant respiratory physicians work collaboratively across specialties to provide comprehensive care for the full spectrum of lung and breathing conditions.
Professor Sujal DesaiConsultant Radiologist
Dr Justin GarnerRespiratory Physician
Dr Joana Alcada da CostaConsultant in Respiratory Medicine and Intensive Care
Dr Dean CreerRespiratory Consultant
Dr Shalin DiwanjiConsultant Respiratory Physician
Professor Peter GeorgeRespiratory Consultant
Dr Sarah ElkinRespiratory Consultant
Dr Reza AbdullahConsultant Respiratory Physician
Dr Susannah BlochRespiratory Consultant
Allergies and sleep disorders
Working closely with colleagues in our Allergy centre, our respiratory specialists provide patients with personalised treatment plans for allergy-related symptoms and conditions that take into account their individual symptoms and unique needs. Our respiratory consultants also work alongside our sleep specialists and neurologists in our dedicated Sleep Centre to collaboratively diagnose and treat a wide range of sleep complaints and disorders.
Our Lung Health centres
Care is available at our state-of-the-art Lung Health centre in London. Use the map to find your nearest Welbeck location and plan your visit.
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Refer a patient
At Welbeck, we’re committed to ensuring the referral process is smooth and efficient. We welcome referrals from GPs and other healthcare professionals and aim to offer same-day or next-day appointments where possible.
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Frequently asked questions
You can book directly with each of our centres by phone or email, and you may also be able to book online. You can find contact details for this centre at the top of the page, and more information about becoming a patient on our accessing private healthcare page.
Yes, but only for certain services. Some consultations, assessments, and treatments can be booked directly, while others require a GP or specialist referral. Please check the relevant service page for guidance, and contact the centre if you’re unsure.
We aim to offer appointments as quickly as possible, and many services have same-day or next-day availability. Waiting times vary depending on the appointment type, specialty, and consultant availability, but our team will always offer the earliest suitable appointment.
Yes. You can arrange an appointment for a family member, or someone you care for, just let us know when you get in touch. We’ll need their details and consent to complete the booking, unless you're their legal guardian or have power of attorney.
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