Respiratory Therapy
Respiratory Therapy is a specialized healthcare profession focused on the assessment, treatment, and management of patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders. Respiratory Therapists work in hospitals, intensive care units, sleep laboratories, and community settings to support and restore effective breathing.
Their expertise covers pulmonary diagnostics, oxygen and aerosol therapy, mechanical ventilation, airway management, pulmonary rehabilitation, and polysomnography for evaluating sleep-related breathing disorders.
With a blend of scientific knowledge, technical skill, and compassionate care, Respiratory Therapists are essential members of the modern healthcare team—helping patients breathe easier and live better.
Meet our Experts
Ms. Kavya Shettigar K
Assistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist/Programme Co-ordinator
Ms. Kavya Shettigar K
- DesignationAssistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist/Programme Co-ordinator
| Degree | Specialization | College/University | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science | Respiratory Therapy | SOAHS, MAHE, Manipal | 2017 |
| Master of Science | Adult Respiratory Care (RT) | SOAHS, MAHE, Manipal | 2019 |
| Designation | Institution | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor / Clinical Respiratory Therapist | Srinivas Institute of Allied Health Sciences, Mukka, Mangalore - 574146 | 23/09/2019 - 26/05/2023 |
| Assistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist | Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences, Yenepoya Deemed to be University | 01/06/2023 - Till Date |
Impact of repeated arterial blood gas sampling on pain perception and mental health in conscious patients; A cross-sectional observational study
Bridging the Knowledge Gap in Bronchial Asthma: A Pre-Post Awareness-Based Study on Teachers Education in School Setting
Impact of Fraility score on predicting Mortality and Length of ICU stay in COPD patients: A Prospective Observational Study
Ms. Nivetha N
- DesignationAssistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist
| Degree | Specialization | College/University | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science | Respiratory Therapy | Sri Ramachandra university of higher education and Research, Chennai | 2020 |
| Master of Respiratory Therapy | Adult Respiratory Care (RT) | Sri Ramachandra university of higher education and Research, Chennai | 2022 |
| Designation | Institution | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist | Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences, Yenepoya Deemed to be University | 10/10/2022 - Till Date |
A Study on comparison of Quality life of Asthma patients with PFT and mini AQLQ scoring in SRMC
https://saudijournals.com/media/articles/SJMPS_61_113-118_c.pdf
DOI: 10.36348sjmps.2020.v06i01.017
A Study on comparison of Quality life of Asthma patients with PFT and mini AQLQ scoring in SRMC
Clinical outcome of patients with covid19 pneumonia requiring ventilatory support in tertiary care intensive care unit.
Ms. Anjali K
- Designation Assistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist
| Degree | Specialization | College/University | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science | Respiratory Therapy | Manipal College of Health Professions, MAHE, Manipal | 2019 |
| Master of Science | Neonatal Pediatric Respiratory Care | MCHP, MAHE, Manipal | 2023 |
| Designation | Institution | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Tutor cum Respiratory Therapist | Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences, Yenepoya Deemed to be University | 20/11/2019 - 28/08/2021 |
| Assistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist | Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences, Yenepoya Deemed to be University | 24/07/2023 - Till date |
Assessing Indoor Air Pollution Knowledge in Allied Health Sciences Students: A Pre–Post Experimental Study
Impact of repeated arterial blood gas sampling on pain perception and mental health in conscious patients; A cross-sectional observational study
Bridging the Knowledge Gap in Bronchial Asthma: A Pre-Post Awareness-Based Study on Teachers Education in School Setting
Mr. Dheeraj Nayak
- DesignationAssistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist
Mr. Santhosh D
- DesignationAssistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist
Mr. Louin Jose
- DesignationAssistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist
Pulmonary Function in Obese Individuals S Johnson, L Jose, C Mathews Current Research in Diabetes & Obesity
Journal 11 (2), 41-43 2019
Profiling of PEFR Range in Tibetan Youth Population Living in India-An Interventional Study
L Jose, T Phakdon, R Unnikrishnan
RESPIROLOGY 22, 150-150
Assessing Indoor Air Pollution Knowledge in Allied Health Sciences Students: A Pre–Post Experimental Study
Enhancing Understanding of Intra-Hospital Transportation: An Intern-Focused Pre and Post-Experimental Study
Assessing the Impact of an Intervention on Sleep Hygiene Knowledge Among Allied Health Students: A Pre and Post-Experimental Study
Mr. Abubacker Mohamed Ali
- DesignationAssistant Professor cum Respiratory Therapist
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Major Milestones and Events Organised by the Unit of Respiratory Therapy
2025- International Women’s Day 2025 in collaboration with NSS 6 & 8 and Youth Red Cross – Session on Sleep & Women’s Health: The Silent Epidemic – 7th March 2025
- RESPINEXT – A Comprehensive Respiratory Care Workshop on the Occasion of World Sleep Day – 27th & 28th March 2025
- World No Tobacco Day – Guest Lecture – 5th May 2025
- International Yoga Day 2025 – Guest Lecture on Thematic Yoga Session for Working Professionals – 21st June 2025
- Expanding Horizons – Career Opportunities for Respiratory Therapists in Saudi Arabia – Guest Lecture – 25th June 2025
- Cardiorespire – The Pulse of Breath – In observance of World Heart & Lung Day 2025 in collaboration with CVT & PT – 25th–29th September 2025
2024
- RESPICARE’24 – Hands-on Workshop in collaboration with IARC – 14th & 15th March 2024
- World Asthma Day – Virtual Webinar on Lifestyle Changes: How Diet, Exercise, and the Environment Impact Asthma – 7th & 10th May 2024
- RCWEEK’24 – In collaboration with IARC during Respiratory Care Week 2024 – 21st & 22nd November 2024
2023
- Webinar on The Role of RTs in Providing Basic Life Support & Job Opportunities Abroad – 1st April 2023
- World Lung Day 2023 – Breath of Life, Healthy Lungs for All – 26th September 2023
- RCWEEK 2023 – Respiratory Therapy: Our Passion, Our Purpose – 17th–19th October 2023
- COPD Awareness Programme – 22nd December 2023
2019
- RCWEEK 2019 – Celebrate. Care. Connect. – 19th November 2019
