Fellowship in Pulmonology

Designed by: Skillversity
Duration: 12 Months
Mode: Hybrid (Online Learning + Hands-on Clinical Training)
Eligibility: MBBS, MD, DNB (General Medicine, Respiratory Medicine) or Equivalent

Program Overview

This one-year Fellowship in Pulmonology equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and clinical expertise to diagnose and manage respiratory diseases effectively. The program blends foundational knowledge in respiratory physiology with advanced training in pulmonary diagnostics, critical care, and interventional procedures.

Course Curriculum (12 Modules, 12 Months)

Module 1: Respiratory Anatomy and Physiology

• Structure and function of the respiratory system

• Mechanics of breathing and gas exchange

• Control of respiration

• Pulmonary circulation and ventilation-perfusion mismatch

Module 2: Diagnostic Tools in Pulmonology

• Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) and interpretation

• Chest X-ray and HRCT thorax

• Bronchoscopy: diagnostic indications and techniques

• Arterial blood gases and oximetry

Module 3: Obstructive Airway Diseases

• Asthma: classification, management, stepwise therapy

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

• Inhalation therapy and patient education

• Exacerbation management and long-term care

Module 4: Infectious Respiratory Diseases

• Community-acquired and hospital-acquired pneumonia

• Pulmonary tuberculosis and drug-resistant TB

• Fungal lung infections and parasitic infestations

• COVID-19 and other viral pneumonias

Module 5: Interstitial and Occupational Lung Diseases

• Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and sarcoidosis

• Pneumoconiosis and hypersensitivity pneumonitis

• Drug-induced pulmonary disease

• Diagnostic approach and management

Module 6: Pulmonary Vascular Disorders

• Pulmonary embolism: diagnosis and thrombolysis

• Pulmonary hypertension: classification and treatment

• Cor pulmonale and right heart failure

• Anticoagulation protocols and long-term care

Module 7: Pleural Diseases

• Pleural effusion: transudate vs exudate

• Pneumothorax and hemothorax

• Empyema: drainage and antibiotic management

• Thoracentesis and intercostal drainage techniques

Module 8: Lung Cancer and Thoracic Tumors

• Types of lung cancer and staging

• Screening and early detection protocols

• Biopsy, bronchoscopy, and cytology

• Chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and palliative care

Module 9: Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders

• Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea

• Sleep studies and CPAP/BiPAP therapy

• Snoring and insomnia-related pulmonary issues

• Multidisciplinary sleep clinic management

Module 10: Pediatric Pulmonology and Geriatric Considerations

• Pediatric asthma, bronchiolitis, and congenital anomalies

• Cystic fibrosis and pediatric tuberculosis

• Elderly respiratory care: comorbidities and frailty

• Vaccination and pulmonary rehab in special populations

Module 11: Critical Care and Respiratory Support

• ICU ventilation: NIV, invasive ventilation

• ARDS management and sedation protocols

• Sepsis, shock, and pulmonary complications

• Weaning strategies and tracheostomy care

Module 12: Clinical Case Discussions and Integrated Practice

• Case-based approach to complex pulmonary scenarios

• Evidence-based guidelines and recent advances

• Ethical aspects in pulmonary medicine

• Final assessments and OSCE preparation

Clinical Training and Hands-On Exposure

• Exposure to PFT labs and bronchoscopy suites

• ICU rounds and ventilator management

• Thoracentesis, pleural biopsy, and chest tube insertion

• Live case discussions and sleep lab observations

Assessment and Certification

• Monthly module-based quizzes and tasks

• Practical skills evaluation and clinical logbook

• Final written exam and viva voce

• Fellowship Certification in Pulmonology by Skillversity

Who Should Enroll

• MBBS or MD/DNB holders interested in pulmonology

• Physicians working in ICU, TB clinics, or chest medicine

• Doctors aiming for specialization in respiratory care and critical care medicine