Enhancing access to pulmonary rehabilitation through implementation research

As respiratory infection is better controlled in Bangladesh, chronic respiratory diseases such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, are emerging as the major health threat. This project aims to enhance access to pulmonary rehabilitation through implementation research in Bangladesh. Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) is proven to be the most effective strategy to improve shortness of breath, health status and exercise tolerance as well as reducing re-admissions and mortality in patients with recent exacerbations. While PR uptake is significant in developed countries, in Bangladesh it is a relatively new intervention. The aim of this PhD is to develop and pilot a PR programme that could be scaled up in Bangladesh. For further information, see: https://www.ed.ac.uk/usher/respire/phd-studentships/monsur-habib