Breathe Easy: Understanding Respiratory Diseases an interview with Respiratory Physician- Dr Thomas Altree

Description:In this episode of Aussie Med Ed, Dr. Gavin Nimon ( Orthopaedic Surgeon ) interviews Dr. Thomas Altree, a respiratory physician, to provide a comprehensive overview of respiratory diseases, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung disease, and the effects of smoking, vaping, and air pollution.Topics covered in this episode:Common respiratory diseases and their impact on lung functionThe classification of obstructive and restrictive lung diseasesThe risks associated with smoking, vaping, and environmental pollutantsDiagnostic tools, including spirometry, CT scans, and lung function testsCurrent treatment approaches, including bronchodilators, BiPAP, and emerging monoclonal antibody therapiesThe role of lung transplants in end-stage respiratory diseaseWho should watch?Medical students and general practitioners seeking a deeper understanding of respiratory medicinePatients and the general public interested in lung healthIndividuals experiencing breathing difficulties, chronic cough, or other respiratory concernsThis episode provides essential insights into respiratory health and disease management. If you find this content valuable, please subscribe for more discussions with medical specialists.Aussie Med Ed – A podcast designed to simplify complex medical topics through expert interviews. 🎙️ Proudly Supported By Our SponsorsAussie Med Ed is independent and free — made possible by these amazing Australian organisations. Heidi Health — AI medical scribe built for Australian clinicians. Finish clinic on time and keep your focus on your patients. Visit Heidi HealthHealthShare — Australia's health information and referral platform, connecting GPs, specialists and patients. Visit HealthShareAvant Medical Defence Organisation — Protecting over 80,000 Australian healthcare professionals. Visit AvanteMedici -an Australian-made medical education platform for med students, junior doctors, and IMGs. Visit eMedici.com/MEDEDBetter Medical- GP clinics across QLD, SA, VIC and TAS – offering you the freedom to practise your way, backed by a strong support network. Visit BetterMedicalThanking the organisations that make Aussie Med Ed possible. Visit our full Sponsors page