Josie Larby is a pulmonologist based in Launceston, Tasmania. She looks after people with breathing problems and long-term lung conditions. If you’re dealing with ongoing shortness of breath, a cough that won’t settle, or flare-ups that come and go, Josie helps make sense of what’s happening and what can be done next.
Her work often involves conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. She also cares for people with interstitial lung disease, including different types of pulmonary fibrosis. In some cases, that can include idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and lymphangioleiomyomatosis. These conditions can be tough to live with, and symptoms can change over time, so care needs to be steady and practical.
Josie also sees patients with acute lung illnesses, including acute interstitial pneumonia. And with respiratory illnesses becoming part of everyday life, she supports people after COVID-19 as well, especially when breathlessness or ongoing lung symptoms linger.
Because breathing and heart health can be linked, her clinic work may also connect with broader health issues, including hypertension. At times, lung symptoms and blood pressure can overlap in how people feel day to day, so it’s helpful to review the bigger picture, not just one part of the body.
Over time, Josie’s approach is about listening carefully and working through options step by step. Many people don’t just need treatment once. They need follow-up, breathing checks, and adjustments when symptoms flare or when things improve. In many cases, a plan can include medicines, lifestyle tips, and review of test results, so the care stays clear and grounded.
Josie keeps up with new guidance and ongoing learning to support safe, up-to-date care. Lung conditions can change, and research matters, so it’s important to stay informed about what’s most useful in real life. While each person’s situation is different, the goal is the same: help people breathe easier and feel more in control.
Josie Larby is located in Launceston, TAS, and provides care for adults who need support with complex and ongoing lung problems. If you’re not sure where you fit, that’s quite common. Starting with a proper assessment can make the next steps much clearer.