Alen Faiz is a pulmonologist based in Glebe, NSW. You’ll find the practice at 431 Glebe Point Road, Glebe, NSW 2037. Pulmonology is all about the lungs and breathing, and Dr Faiz looks after people with ongoing lung conditions as well as problems that flare up more suddenly.
People often come in with long-term breathing issues like COPD, asthma, and emphysema. Some patients also have eosinophilic asthma, where inflammation plays a big part, and allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, which can happen when the airways react to a specific fungus. At times, breathing can feel tight or difficult, and day-to-day life can be affected, so careful follow-up matters.
Dr Faiz also supports patients with more complex lung health conditions. This can include interstitial lung disease and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, where lung tissue becomes scarred over time. There are also situations linked with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD), a genetic condition that can affect the lungs. For some people, the symptoms can be slow to show up, so getting the right work-up early helps.
In addition to chronic care, Alen Faiz looks after patients with infections and sudden lung issues. Pneumonia is one example, and there are also cases where the lungs become inflamed quickly. Subcutaneous emphysema, which is air under the skin that can travel from the chest area, is another condition sometimes assessed by a lung specialist.
Cancer is another important part of lung care. Lung cancer is different for each person, and treatment planning often needs close coordination across the health team. Pulmonary care can also be relevant in the peripartum period, including peripartum cardiomyopathy, when breathing symptoms can overlap and need careful assessment.
Over time, Dr Faiz’s work in respiratory care builds on practical experience with both stable and worsening conditions. That includes helping people understand what is going on, what to watch for, and how treatment may change as symptoms shift. Lung problems can be stressful, and it helps to have someone who keeps things clear and grounded.
When needed, Dr Faiz works with other health professionals to match care to the situation. This can be especially important when tests show different possibilities, or when a condition has several moving parts. The focus stays on safe, sensible respiratory care for each person.
