Contact DetailsAll GP referral notes should be posted to, or presented at Central Registration, Out Patients Department, Tallaght University Hospital, Dublin 24. They can also be faxed to (01) 414 2989. Our consultant team can be contacted on the relevant numbers below (9am to 5pm). Prof. Stephen Lane Prof.Eddie Moloney Prof. Seamas Donnelly Pulmonary Fibrosis Office / Referrals Dr. John Cullen (01) 414 3247 |
Description of DepartmentThe Professorial Respiratory Centre treats and cares for adult patients with all forms of breathing related difficulties including, but not limited to Our team of consultants, specialist respiratory nurses, specialist respiratory physiotherapists and Pulmonary Technologists work hard to enable those with respiratory disease lead as normal a life as possible. We constantly strive to provide world class treatment, guidance and education to patients and medical staff and we use our research expertise to advance our understanding of how best to diagnose, treat and care for our patients. We care for many of our patients within Tallaght University Hospital, but also manage a 25 bed specialist Respiratory Rehabilitation Unit at Peamount Healthcare in Newcastle Co. Dublin. We are proud to be the home of Ireland’s first National Centre for the treatment of Pulmonary Fibrosis. Lead by Professor Seamas Donnelly, this state of the art medical unit provides specialised care for patients. Its Specialist Nurse Service offers assistance and advice to GPs, patients, and to their families. We run an extensive programme of patient clinics. These are located in the Out Patients area in TUHand Peamount Healthcare. |
Our ServicesThe Professorial Respiratory Centre offers specialised treatment for a wide range of breathing related disorders. 1. Severe Asthma and allied allergic and vasculitic respiratory disorders 2. Pulmonary Fibrosis 3. Disorders of Sleep and Ventilation We also assist patients with ventilatory failure caused by a variety of conditions including obesity hypoventilation disorders, OSA/ COPD overlap syndrome, Kyphoscoliosis, Muscular dystrophies and Motor Neuron Disease. We care for and manage the treatment of these patients with inpatient non-invasive ventilation (NIV) therapy setup, titration, and monitoring in our Respiratory unit in Peamount Healthcare. 4. COPDWe provide acute management of patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease through the Emergency Department and the Acute Medical Unit in Tallaght University Hospital. We assist and support patients with Early Supported Home Discharge from Tallaght University Hospital through our special COPD Outreach service. For those in need of ongoing inpatient care, we provide in patient rehab in our 25 bed Respiratory unit in Peamount Healthcare. We run an Oxygen and NIV Assessment clinic, and offer a variety of educational and training courses for patients. These include diagnosis, inhaler technique, and smoking cessation. We also offer aneight week outpatient rehabilitation course at both Tallaght University Hospital and Peamount Healthcare. 5. Lung Cancer |
Our TeamOur multi-disciplinary team of respiratory specialists is led be Professors Lane, Donnelly, Moloney and Dr. Cullen |
Our ClinicsOur team of medical consultants, specialist respiratory nurses and physiotherapists and pulmonary technologists run an extensive programme of patient clinics. These are located in the Out Patients area in Tallaght University Hospital and Peamount Healthcare. Lung Cancer Clinic Sleep and Disorders of Ventilation Clinic Severe Asthma and Immunotherapy Clinic General Respiratory Clinic General Internal Medicine / Respiratory Clinic Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Pulmonary Lung Fibrosis Clinic Asthma, Allergy and Immunotherapy Clinic |
Patient Advice InformationIf you are coming to have a Bronchoscopy performed You will be written to with a specific time to present yourself to the Endoscopy suite, Floor 2, Tallaght University Hospital. As Bronchoscopy lists generally are full, please ensure that you arrive on time. A nurse will welcome you and bring you to your cubicle. The nurse and doctor will ask you a few questions. The doctor will explain about the test and answer any questions you may have. You will then be asked to sign a consent or permission form for the procedure. Blood tests may be taken before the procedure and the doctor will insert a cannula in your arm to allow a relaxant medication to be given to you just before the procedure. At the appropriate time you will be wheeled down to the bronchoscopy room. A nurse will welcome you and introduce you to other nurses and doctors in the room. You will be prepared for the test and this will include: You will then be given a sedative through the cannula in your arm. This will put you into a light sleep. The bronchoscopy will take 15 minutes for a standard procedure, to up to 40 minutes if additional biopsies are required. It is most important that a friend or relative drives you home as you will have a sedative in your system and you would not be able to drive home yourself. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common, preventable and treatable lung condition caused mainly by smoking. It is used as a collective term for both bronchitis and emphysema. The main symptoms of COPD are shortness of breath,coughing, clearing sputum and wheeziness. Some people may also have symptoms of asthma along with their COPD and this is knownas Asthma COPD overlap syndrome, which can often be referred to as ACOS. The key to managing your COPD is knowing your symptoms and what to do when you have a flare up. Stopping smoking is one of the most important things you can do for your lungs. It is alsoimportant to know your inhalers and medications, to maintain a reasonable level of activity and have a healthy diet. This short educational videoprovides you with thenecessary informationto helpmanage your COPD. Additional links to learn more about COPD, please link in with your doctor for any further clarifications or concerns. Inhaler Technique https://www.asthma.ie/about-asthma/resources/inhaler-technique-videos Management of breathlessness (Pursed lip breathing and diaphragmatic breathing) Chest clearance technique: Active Cycle Breathing Technique Exercises https://www.blf.org.uk/support-for-you/keep-active/exercise-video |
Websites recommended by The Professorial Respiratory CentreCystic Fibrosis Ireland www.cfireland.ie |
Work With Us and LearnThe Professorial Respiratory Centre is an excellent place to learn. Medics work under the direct guidance of renowned respiratory consultants and are based in Tallaght University Hospital & Peamount Healthcare. They learn how best to treat and care for patients with Asthma, COPD, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Cancer and Respiratory Sleep & Ventilation disorders. They gain experience working in the 10-bed ICU Unit in Tallaght, and in the 25-bed Respiratory Sleep & Ventilation Unit in Peamount. Those with a special interest in research have the opportunity to seek admission to a three year research programme in Trinity College Dublin under the leadership of Professor Seamas Donnelly, Head of Medicine TCD. Why did you choose Respiratory Medicine and Tallaght University Hospital? It was a great opportunity for me to gain in-depth knowledge and experience in the management of ventilatory and sleep disorders." Dr. Chithra Varghese, Registrar "Tallaght Hospital is a very friendly place to work. The Professorial Respiratory Centre provides a variety of experience and learning If you are interested in joining the team please click HERE to see if there are any current vacancies. |
"I was initially attracted to work in Respiratory Medicine as it is a perfect blend of clinical and practical skills; it is very tangible too. I found working on rotation in Tallaght a great learning experience. Everyone was friendly, and I received great support and guidance from consultant colleagues. Working in Intensive care as a part of the SpR rotation was invaluable, as wasworking in the Respiratory unit in Peamount Healthcare. 
opportunities. I began my training in the Intensive Care Unit where I learned under supervision how to perform many practical procedures and care for critically ill patients. Starting off my SpR year in such an important area was a valuable experience. I look forward to working in the Ventilation Unit in Peamount Hospital. It will be a good opportunity for me to learn how to treat and care for patients with sleep disorders."