Monique A. Malouf is a pulmonologist based at St Vincent's Hospital in Darlinghurst, NSW. As a lung doctor, she looks after people with breathing problems and long-term lung conditions. That can mean working with patients who need day-to-day help to stay comfortable, and also supporting those with more complex lung care.
Her work includes lung transplant care. This is a big area of treatment, and it often involves careful planning and close follow-up. It can also mean helping people understand what to expect before and after transplant workup, and making sure their breathing and overall health are monitored properly along the way.
Monique also cares for people affected by COVID-19. In many cases, breathing issues can linger even after the infection is over. She helps assess ongoing symptoms like shortness of breath and trouble getting back to normal activity, and she works out what support might help best.
Cystic fibrosis is another major part of her clinical work. With this condition, lung health can change over time, so care needs to be steady and practical. She works with patients to manage lung symptoms, improve day-to-day comfort, and support long-term treatment plans.
She also treats pulmonary alveolar proteinosis. It’s not a common condition, but when it happens it can affect how well the lungs move oxygen. At times, treatment choices need a clear explanation so patients feel more confident about their care and next steps.
Over time, patients often come in with a mix of worries. Breathing issues can be stressful, and it’s not always just about test results. Monique focuses on listening to how symptoms are showing up in real life, then linking that to the right checks and treatment approach.
In many cases, lung care isn’t one single fix. It’s ongoing. That means coordinating with the wider hospital team and keeping decisions consistent as things change. The goal is simple: help people breathe easier and live as well as they can, with clear, grounded care at each stage.
When it comes to research and clinical trials, the exact details depend on what is currently available through the hospital and specialist network. If a trial option is suitable, she can discuss what it involves and whether it fits with a patient’s situation.
