Dr. Nausherwan K Burki MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
263 Farmington Ave Farmington CT, 06030Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Nausherwan Burki practices Pulmonology in Farmington, CT. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Burki manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Education and Training
King Edward Medical University 1962
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Dr. Nausherwan K Burki MD's Expert Contributions
Is lung volume reduction surgery safe?
In Centers where it is routinely performed, yes. READ MORE
What is the normal range for a pulmonary function test?
In general, all values should be greater than 80% predicted, except the ratio FEV1/FVC which should be greater than 75%. READ MORE
What is the treatment for asthma?
Inhaled steroids and bronchodilators as needed. READ MORE
Can exposure to industrial smoke cause lung problems?
Yes, depending on the particles in the smoke. READ MORE
Is having a dry cough serious?
Depends on the cause. In a 23 year old it may be because of an atypical chest infection. READ MORE
Can a deviated nasal septum cause breathlessness?
A severe DNS could give the sensation of breathlessness, especially in a nose breather, but would be very rare. READ MORE
Do antibiotics treat pleural effusion?
If the pleural effusion is infected then antibiotics would be helpful. READ MORE
Can certain medicines cause inflammation of the lungs?
Yes - either by direct damage or as an allergic type reaction. READ MORE
How safe is a home CPAP machine?
When properly prescribed, it is quite safe. READ MORE
Can asthma impact the lungs in the long run?
Yes, but the impact varies from resolution at adolescence, to mild continuing asthma, to development of progressive asthma. READ MORE
What are the treatment options for pneumonia?
Antibiotics. READ MORE
Does wheezing mean weak lungs?
The simple answer is no. READ MORE
What could be the reason for my asthma at night?
Nocturnal asthma is a feature of moderate/persistent asthma. READ MORE
What are the symptoms of pneumonia?
Cough, fever, sputum production. READ MORE
What treatment is recommended for pneumonia?
Antibiotics READ MORE
What causes bronchitis?
Acute bronchitis is caused by viruses and, rarely, bacteria; chronic bronchitis is primarily caused by tobacco smoke. READ MORE
Will prednicilone ease my breathing problem?
Oral prednisolone (which is a steroid) is effective in relieving asthma, but long term use has untoward side effects. Inhaled steroids are the drugs of choice.. READ MORE
What can I do with my persistent cough?
If you stop smoking for a week and the cough disappears, you will know the answer. READ MORE
Why does asthma cause my son to cough?
Asthma is a condition of inflammation of the lung airways; coughing is one of the symptoms. READ MORE
How is pneumonia confirmed as a diagnosis?
Pneumonia can be suspected by a physical examination by the doctor and confirmed by chest Xray. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Effects of acute prolonged exposure to high-altitude hypoxia on exercise-induced breathlessness.
- Maximal expiratory flow patterns after single-lung transplantation in patients with and without chronic airways obstruction.
- Effects of therapeutic doses of albuterol on beta2-adrenergic receptor density and metabolic changes.
- Variability of the closing volume measurement in normal subjects.
- Grand rounds: Pulmonary embolism.
- The effects of acetazolamide on the ventilatory response to high altitude hypoxia.
- The pulmonary effects of intravenous adenosine in asthmatic subjects.
- Chronic eosinophilic pneumonia: a review.
- Effects of airway anesthesia on dyspnea and ventilatory response to intravenous injection of adenosine in healthy human subjects.
- Blockade of airway sensory nerves and dyspnea in humans.
- A role for extracorporeal treatment in severe influenza?
- Mechanisms of dyspnea.
- Effects of sequential doses of parenteral terbutaline on plasma levels of potassium and related cardiopulmonary responses.
- The relationship of resting ventilation to mouth occlusion pressure. An index of resting respiratory function.
- Diagnosing pulmonary embolism.
Awards
- 2000 Listed in WHO'S WHO: Science & Engineering, Who's Who in America, The
Treatments
- Intensive Care, General Care, Pulmonary Hypertension And More
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