Pulmonologist
こきゅうきかい
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Physicians
Summary
Specialist who diagnoses and treats lung and airway diseases and manages respiratory function.
Description
Pulmonologists are specialists who handle a wide range of respiratory diseases, including lungs, bronchi, pleura, and more. They diagnose and treat conditions such as bronchitis, bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, lung cancer, and sleep apnea syndrome. They perform procedures like pulmonary function tests, imaging diagnostics, bronchoscopy, and thoracic drainage. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care and engage in learning the latest guidelines and treatments, as well as research activities.
Future Outlook
With an aging population, the number of patients with respiratory diseases is on the rise, and demand remains stably high. Roles are expected to expand through community-based comprehensive care for chronic respiratory diseases and the introduction of AI-based diagnostic support systems.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Empathetic / Excellent communication skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Clinic Ownership / Hospital Employment / Night Duty On-Call / Team-Based Medicine / University Hospital Employment
Career Path
Initial Clinical Training Physician → Internal Medicine Resident → Respiratory Specialist → Supervising Physician/Consultant → Hospital Administrator → Private Practitioner
Required Skills
Blood Gas Analysis / Bronchoscopy / History Taking and Examination Skills / Imaging Diagnosis / Thoracic Drainage Technique
Recommended Skills
CPAP Management / Clinical Research Methods / Diagnosis and Treatment of Sleep-Disordered Breathing / Reading English Literature / Ultrasound Examination
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is required for diagnosis and interpretation of test results. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to avoid missing subtle abnormalities in test data or images. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with patients and multidisciplinary teams is important. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is necessary to adapt to new treatments and guidelines. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving skills are essential for diagnosing complex cases and determining treatment plans. |
| Stress Tolerance | High pressure from emergency responses and management of critically ill patients. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because they collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide care. |
Related Qualifications
- Japanese Respiratory Society Certified Respiratory Specialist
- Physician License
Aliases
- Respiratory Internist
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