Question

Imagine a doctor who specializes in cardiovascular medicine working with a patient whose heart has always beat a bit too fast. Hypothetically, how might their work intersect with that of a respirologist (lung doctor)? How do the two systems (cardiovascular and respiratory) interact?

Answer 1

The heart is mainly responsible for cell nourishment and respiration, since the heart is also connected to the lungs through the pulmonary artery and vein. A lung doctor is vital to maintain the breathing phase of the patient, especially when blood supply to the lungs is irregular due to the heartbeat.