Chest Medicine

Chest Medicine is a field within the medical profession that is dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the chest, including the lungs, airway, pleura, mediastinum and the muscular skeleton. It is largely focused on improving the quality of life for those suffering from conditions that affect these organs, such as asthma, pneumonia and COPD. Chest Medicine is an essential specialty for public health and works to improve the health of the global population by detecting, preventing and treating diseases of the chest. It is a vital part of the medical field, as it helps to ensure a healthy and productive population.