Respiratory Medicine
Specialist evaluation and management of common and complex lung disorders.
- Asthma & COPD
- Bronchiectasis
- Chronic cough, breathlessness & wheezing
- Respiratory infections
- Tuberculosis & post-TB lung disease
About Breathe
Complete respiratory care. Thoughtfully delivered.
Breathe is a pulmonology speciality clinic at Poonkunnam, Thrissur. Respiratory health is about more than treating symptoms. Our care extends from prevention and early diagnosis to treatment, rehabilitation and long-term follow-up.
We listen carefully, investigate appropriately and choose treatment according to each patient's clinical needs.
- 15+years in respiratory medicine
- MD, DPPMProfessor & Senior Consultant Pulmonologist
- 3-in-1Respiratory, allergy and sleep medicine under one roof
PreventionDiagnosisTreatmentRehabilitationFollow-up
Symptoms we see
What brings you to Breathe?
Tap a concern to request an appointment for it.
Our core services
Six areas of care, one specialist team
Allergy & Immunotherapy
Finding what you react to, then treating it in a targeted way.
- Allergy evaluation
- Skin prick testing
- Patch testing
- Allergen identification
- Allergen immunotherapy for selected patients
Sleep Medicine
Evaluation of sleep-related breathing problems and their effect on daytime health.
- Snoring
- Sleep apnoea
- Witnessed breathing pauses
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Sleep-related breathing disorders
Advanced Respiratory Diagnostics
Objective tests that confirm a diagnosis and track how treatment is working.
- Spirometry
- FeNO
- Impulse oscillometry
- Allergy testing
- Other clinically indicated investigations
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Structured support to improve breathing, stamina and confidence in daily life.
- Breathing exercises
- Exercise training
- Airway clearance
- Activity guidance & energy conservation
- Self-management
Respiratory Vaccination
Individualised advice based on age, medical conditions, previous vaccination and risk.
- Influenza
- Pneumococcal
- COVID-19
- Tdap / pertussis
- RSV where indicated
Tests & diagnostics
Measured, not guessed
The right test, chosen for your symptoms, makes the diagnosis clear and shows whether treatment is working.
FEV1 · FVC · FEV1/FVC
Spirometry
Measures how much air you can blow out and how fast. Key test for asthma and COPD.
Nitric oxide · ppb
FeNO
A simple breath test for airway inflammation that helps guide asthma treatment.
Resistance · reactance
Impulse Oscillometry
Checks the small airways during normal breathing. Easy for people who find spirometry hard.
Wheal size · mm
Skin Prick Testing
Identifies common allergens such as dust mite, pollen, mould and animal dander.
Read at 48–72 h
Patch Testing
Detects delayed (contact) allergy to substances that touch the skin.
AHI · SpO2
Sleep Study Evaluation
Assessment of snoring and breathing pauses during sleep, with advice on sleep testing when needed.
Respiratory Medicine
Meet your specialist
Dr. Unni R. Baby MD, DPPM
Professor & Senior Consultant Pulmonologist
Dr. Unni R. Baby is a Professor and Senior Consultant Pulmonologist with over 15 years of experience in Respiratory Medicine. His clinical practice focuses on the diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions, with particular interests in asthma, COPD, bronchiectasis, tuberculosis, post-tuberculosis lung disease, respiratory infections and sleep-related breathing disorders.
Alongside clinical practice, he has a strong interest in medical education and research. He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate medical students and regularly contributes to academic programmes, CME meetings and workshops.
Clinical approach. Accurate diagnosis, appropriate use of investigations and evidence-based treatment, with importance given to patient education and long-term disease management.
- Asthma & Allergy
- COPD & Chronic Airway Disease
- Bronchiectasis
- Tuberculosis & Post-TB Lung Disease
- Respiratory Infections
- Sleep Medicine
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Bronchoscopy & Pulmonary Diagnostics
- MD – Pulmonary Medicine · DPPMProfessor and Senior Consultant Pulmonologist
- Published researchNational and international peer-reviewed journals: airway diseases, tuberculosis and its long-term pulmonary consequences, bronchiectasis, respiratory biomarkers and pulmonary diagnostics
- Invited facultyLectures, panel discussions and academic sessions at national and international conferences
- TeachingActive involvement in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and academic programmes
Why Breathe?
Care you can understand and trust
Specialist-led
Experienced pulmonology care from your first visit.
Evidence-based
Appropriate assessment and current medical evidence.
Thoughtful & transparent
Investigations and treatment guided by clinical need.
Long-term support
From diagnosis and treatment through prevention, rehabilitation and follow-up.
Take a moment
Breathe with us
Breathe in4
Slow breathing: in through the nose for 4, out through pursed lips for 6.
If breathlessness is severe or sudden, seek emergency care immediately.
Learn & connect
Lung health, explained by Dr. Breathe
Short videos and posts on asthma, inhaler technique, allergy, sleep and more.
Frequently asked questions
Answers before your visit
General information only. Your doctor will advise on your specific situation.
No questions match that search.
Location & contact
Visit Breathe at Poonkunnam
First floor of Kingsway Towers, directly above SBI Bank.
Breathe Respiratory Center
TMC 37/471/3, 1st Floor
Kingsway Towers, Above SBI Bank
Poonkunnam, Thrissur – 680002
Kerala, India
TMC 37/471/3, 1st Floor
Kingsway Towers, Above SBI Bank
Poonkunnam, Thrissur – 680002
Kerala, India
- 097470 70702
- WhatsApp +91 97470 70702
- breatheclinic26@gmail.com
- Consultations by appointment. Please call or WhatsApp to confirm timings.
Kingsway TowersAbove SBI Bank, Poonkunnam, Thrissur
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