Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology

Programme Overview

The Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology is a one-year, full-time advanced clinical training programme under the guidance of Course Director: Dr. Vivek Nangia at Max Healthcare. This program is designed for physicians with prior training in respiratory medicine, aiming to enhance their proficiency in performing diagnostic and therapeutic pulmonary procedures, particularly bronchoscopy and other minimally invasive interventions.

The fellowship focuses on a structured hands-on learning experience, close supervision, academic development, research engagement, and ethical practice in patient care.

Course Highlights

• Duration: 1 Year
• Mode: Full-time Clinical Fellowship
• Course Director: Dr. Vivek Nangia
• Eligibility: Candidates must have completed a clinical training program/residency in Respiratory Medicine (MD / DNB / DTCD)
• Affiliation: Max Healthcare Institute Ltd.
• Type: Upskilling Programme
• Location: Max Super Speciality Hospital

Learning Objectives

• Develop independent skills in performing flexible and rigid bronchoscopy
• Be proficient in a range of interventional procedures such as:
  • Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS)
  • Rigid bronchoscopy
  • Thoracoscopy
  • Cryotherapy
  • Airway stenting
  • Foreign body removal
• Understand and practice advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for various pulmonary conditions
• Demonstrate leadership, clinical responsibility, and effective communication within healthcare teams
• Participate in interdepartmental case discussions, tumor boards, and academic presentations
• Complete at least one research project and submit an article to an indexed journal

Eligibility Criteria

• MD / DNB in Respiratory Medicine
• DTCD with relevant clinical experience
• Strong commitment to hands-on procedural learning and research

Certification & Logbook

• Fellows will maintain a procedure logbook, which will be periodically reviewed by the faculty
• Certification will be granted upon successful demonstration of competence and completion of all program modules

Admission Process

• Application Submission via Max Healthcare Academic Portal
• Review & Shortlisting by the Academic Selection Committee
• Interview with Faculty Panel
• Final Selection and Offer Letter Issuance
• Enrollment and Orientation

Contact: +91 8826 600 461

Email: education@maxhealthcare.com

Programme Benefits

• In-depth training in advanced pulmonary procedures
• Structured mentorship under leading interventional pulmonologists
• Exposure to high patient volumes and diverse case profiles
• Opportunities to participate in national/international conferences and research publications
• Certification for each successfully completed procedure

Career Opportunities

Career Roles:

• Consultant – Interventional Pulmonologist
• Faculty in medical colleges/hospitals
• Researcher in pulmonary diagnostics and therapeutics
• Specialist in multispecialty or tertiary-care hospitals

FAQs

Q1. What is the Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology?
A. A fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology provides advanced training in bronchoscopic and minimally invasive procedures used in diagnosing and managing complex lung and airway conditions.

Q2. What is the eligibility?
A. Candidates should have completed MD/DNB in Respiratory Medicine or DTCD with clinical experience.

Q3. What is the duration of the course?
A. 1 Year.