Name: Dr. K. Thiruppathi
Specialty: Pulmonology
Qualification/Board Certification: MBBS; MD – Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases
Affiliation: Cough Care Clinic
Locations: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Languages Spoken: Tamil, English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: N/A
About the Doctor
Dr. K. Thiruppathi is an esteemed pulmonologist in Chennai with 21 years of clinical experience in respiratory medicine. He earned his MBBS and MD in Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU). He is the owner of Cough Care Clinic, established in 2005, where he provides specialized care for a wide range of lung and breathing disorders. Dr. Thiruppathi is registered with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council and is an active member of the Tamilnadu Medical Council. His expertise includes advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as bronchoscopy and thoracoscopy, as well as management of interstitial lung disease, sleep disorders, and lung infections. He currently accepts new patients at his clinic.
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21 years of experience in pulmonology and respiratory medicine
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MD in Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases from TNMGRMU
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Owner of Cough Care Clinic in Chennai
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Specializes in bronchoscopy, thoracoscopy, interstitial lung disease, and sleep disorders
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Registered with Tamil Nadu Medical Council
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Accepts new patients for comprehensive respiratory care
Education & Training
Medical School – MBBS, The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU)
Residency – MD (Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases/Medicine), The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU)
Fellowship – Not specified
Medical Conditions Treated
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Tuberculosis (pulmonary and extrapulmonary)
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Interstitial lung disease (ILD)
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Lung infections (pneumonia, bronchitis, bronchiectasis)
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Sleep disorders (obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia related to breathing)
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
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Asthma
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Chest diseases (pleural effusion, pneumothorax)
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Cough (acute and chronic)
Medical Procedures Performed
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Bronchoscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic)
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Thoracoscopy (pleural examination and biopsy)
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Pulmonary function testing (inferred)
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Sleep disorder evaluation and management
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Balance exercises (for respiratory rehabilitation – listed, though atypical)
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Management of lung infections (antibiotic/anti‑tubercular therapy)
Services Offered
Dr. K. Thiruppathi provides specialized pulmonology services at Cough Care Clinic in Chennai. His practice focuses on accurate diagnosis and comprehensive management of respiratory diseases, ranging from common cough and lung infections to complex conditions like interstitial lung disease and sleep disorders. He utilizes advanced endoscopic techniques including bronchoscopy and thoracoscopy for direct visualization of airways and pleural space. Dr. Thiruppathi also offers treatment for tuberculosis, COPD, and asthma, along with patient education on disease prevention and respiratory rehabilitation. Long‑term follow‑up care is provided for chronic lung conditions.
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Consultation for all respiratory complaints (cough, breathlessness, chest pain)
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Bronchoscopy for airway evaluation and specimen collection
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Thoracoscopy for pleural disease diagnosis and management
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Treatment of tuberculosis (DOTS/anti‑tubercular therapy)
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Management of interstitial lung disease and lung fibrosis
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Sleep disorder diagnosis and management (OSA, insomnia)
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Care for COPD, asthma, and bronchiectasis
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Lung infection treatment (pneumonia, fungal infections)
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Respiratory rehabilitation and balance exercises
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Preventive counseling (smoking cessation, pollution avoidance)
Practice Locations
Address: Cough Care Clinic, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: Not listed
Hospital Affiliations
Memberships:
Cardiologist
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