noun
- a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the lungs and respiratory system
Usage: medical profession; also called a respiratory specialist or chest physician in some contexts
Examples
- My doctor referred me to a pulmonologist because of my chronic cough.
- The pulmonologist ordered a chest X-ray to check for signs of pneumonia.
- She has been working as a pulmonologist at the hospital for over ten years.
- The pulmonologist specializes in treating asthma and COPD patients.
- After my breathing problems worsened, I scheduled an appointment with a pulmonologist.
- The pulmonologist performed a bronchoscopy to examine my airways.