When to see a Respiratory Specialist
You may benefit from a respiratory consultation if you experience:
✔ Persistent or unexplained shortness of breath
✔ Chronic cough or recurrent chest infections
✔ Asthma symptoms not well controlled
✔ Wheezing or chest tightness
✔ Bronchiectasis or chronic mucus production
✔ COPD or emphysema management
✔ Abnormal chest imaging findings
✔ Unexplained fatigue related to breathing problems
Early specialist assessment can help identify the underlying cause and guide effective treatment.
Conditions we assess and manage
Our respiratory specialists provide assessment and management for
a wide range of lung and breathing conditions including:
Asthma
Bronchiectasis
Recurrent chest infections
Respiratory symptoms of unclear cause
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic cough
Interstitial lung disease assessment
Lung imaging interpretation & investigation planning
Where appropriate, patients may be referred for additional specialist tests or multidisciplinary care.
Our Approach
You may benefit from a respiratory consultation if you experience:
Accurate
diagnosis
A detailed consultation and clinical assessment to understand symptoms, history, and potential underlying causes.
Specialist
collaboration
Access to a network of respiratory services including lung function testing, imaging, physiotherapy, and specialist procedures where required.
Personalised
treatment plans
Clear recommendations tailored to each patient’s condition and lifestyle.
Continuity
of care
Ongoing review and coordination with hospital specialists when needed.
Early specialist assessment can help identify the underlying cause and guide effective treatment.
Respiratory investigations and specialist support
Depending on your symptoms, further tests may be recommended, including:
• Lung function testing
• Imaging assessments such as chest CT
• Specialist asthma assessments
• Bronchoscopy or advanced respiratory investigations (arranged at partner hospitals)
These investigations help ensure the most accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plan.
Book a Respiratory Consultation
If you are experiencing persistent breathing problems, chronic cough, or have been diagnosed with a respiratory condition requiring specialist input, a consultation with a respiratory physician can help guide your care.
Appointments are available for private referrals and self-referring patients.
Directions to
Genesis Clinic
47B Rodney Street, Liverpool, L1 9EW
Liverpool city centre is a vibrant and busy area, especially during peak times and major events. We recommend allowing a little extra time for your journey to ensure a relaxed arrival at Genesis Clinic.
