James Markos is a pulmonologist based in Launceston, TAS 7250. His work focuses on lungs and breathing, and he looks after people who are dealing with ongoing lung problems as well as problems that can flare up suddenly.
Breathing issues can be scary and tiring. In many cases, James helps patients figure out what is causing symptoms like shortness of breath, a long-lasting cough, wheezing, chest tightness, or needing oxygen more often than before. He also supports people after infections where the lungs may take time to settle.
His clinical care covers a range of conditions, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and pneumonia. He also treats pleurisy, which can cause sharp chest pain when you breathe. At times, he looks after people with more complex scarring and inflammation patterns, such as pulmonary fibrosis and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, as well as interstitial lung disease.
More recently, lung symptoms after COVID-19 can be part of ongoing care too. James helps manage breathing changes after infection and works out what the right next steps should be, depending on how a person is tracking over time.
Some lung conditions are less common. James also provides care for lymphangioleiomyomatosis, where the lungs can be affected in a specific way. For acute interstitial pneumonia, he helps coordinate treatment and monitoring, because this can change quickly and may need careful follow-up.
As a pulmonologist, James may use a mix of history, examinations, and lung-focused tests to understand what is going on. That can include checking breathing and oxygen levels, reviewing imaging and test results, and working through treatment plans that aim to make day-to-day life easier and safer.
Based in Launceston, he works with patients across the region who want clear answers and practical support. The goal is usually the same: reduce symptoms, prevent flare-ups where possible, and help people breathe with more confidence, even when the condition is long-term.