Bibhusal Thapa is a pulmonologist based in Epping, Victoria, working from 185 Cooper St, VIC 3076. His care focuses on lung health and breathing problems, especially when the issue is more complex than a simple cough.
As a lung specialist, he looks after people with conditions that affect the airways, the lining around the lungs, and how well the lungs can do their job. This can include lung cancer and squamous cell lung cancer, as well as pleural effusion, where fluid builds up in the space around the lungs. At times, mesothelioma may also be part of the picture, which is something that needs careful, ongoing management.
Breathing problems don’t always come from cancer or fluid. He also helps with lung conditions caused by other triggers, such as chemical pneumonitis. Low sodium levels can be related to illness and overall body balance, so in many cases it’s about treating the lungs while also looking at what’s going on more widely in the body.
Some patients come in with rare lung and chest conditions too. This might include problems like pulmonary sequestration, or infections linked to echinococcosis and hydatidosis. These aren’t common, but when they happen they can affect breathing, chest comfort, and test results, so it matters to get the diagnosis right and plan the next steps clearly.
Patients usually want answers they can understand. Over time, that means discussing symptoms, breathing changes, and the results of lung tests in plain language, then mapping out practical options for treatment. In many cases, care may involve working as part of a team, depending on the wider medical picture.
His practice also supports people after chest surgery when needed, including procedures such as thymectomy, and he helps with follow-up so breathing stays as steady as possible. If you’ve had ongoing chest issues or new symptoms that just won’t settle, he can help you make sense of what’s happening.
The goal is simple: better breathing, clearer next steps, and support that feels grounded. That includes taking the time to explain what the findings could mean and what treatment options are usually considered for the specific condition.
