The Pulmonology Specialists Bermuda

30/09/2025

Office Closure – Hurricane Imelda (Wed, Oct 1 & Thu, Oct 2)

Dear Patients,
Due to the projected path and intensification of Tropical Storm Imelda into a hurricane, and in accordance with Emergency Measures Organization guidance, The Pulmonology Specialists will be closed on Wednesday, October 1 and Thursday, October 2.

Our team will contact you to reschedule your appointment as soon as it is safe to reopen.(Infusion patients will be contacted directly by Home Health Care Ltd about rescheduling.)

⚠️ For patients who use oxygen at home: If you experience a power outage and cannot operate your concentrator, seek emergency assistance immediately (call 911 or go to the Emergency Department if safe to travel).

Please finalize your storm preparations and stay informed:
BWS - Bermuda Weather Service
Focus Counselling Services
The Government of Bermuda
Bernews.com
The Royal Gazette
Official WhatsApp Channel

Stay safe,
Dr. Kimberly Foley & The Pulmonology Specialists Team
📞 +1 (441) 261-5864 | ✉️ info@thepulmspecs.com

17/09/2025

Improved ERV =Easier Breathing

📉 From 265 lbs → 236 lbs💊 With the help of Mounjaro®.

Case Study here at The Pulmonology Specialists Bermuda

79-year-old white male patient experienced not just a 10.94% weight loss —but better lung function. His Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV) — the “extra breath out” after a normal exhale — increased from 0.13 L (15% of predicted) to 0.80 L (98% of predicted)!!! This means: Less restriction on breathing. Improved exercise tolerance. More “breathing room” for daily activities. Weight loss doesn’t just change the scale — it can literally help you breathe easier and reduce the mechanical burden of obesity. Still lots more weight to lose but this was such an encouraging start for him!

Eli Lilly and Company

10/09/2025

✅ SCARS Certificate of Attendance (Saving Children And Revealing Secrets).

Geri has completed the Stewards of Children Training through Darkness to Light and S C A R S (Saving Children And Revealing Secrets)

This training is so worth doing — thank you Debi Ray Rivers for your dedication and leadership in child safeguarding.

At The Pulmonology Specialists Bermuda, we care for patients ages 5–105. Safeguarding children is a responsibility we take very seriously. For this reason, all patients under 18 must attend their appointments with an adult.

Protecting children protects our future. ❤️

21/08/2025

💬 Did you know... that we at TPS require consent before Pulmonary Function Tests PFTs are performed?💬

PFTs are very safe tests. The mild side effects may include coughing, sniffling, shortness of breath and tiredness. However, we require NO answers to the following questions to proceed safely.

🕳️Heart attack or stroke within the last 3 months?
🕳️Uncontrolled high blood pressure?
🕳️Surgery of the stomach, chest or eye in the last 6 weeks?
🕳️Collapsed lung or lung clot in the last 6 weeks?
🕳️Aneurysm of the chest, brain or stomach?
🕳️Chest or stomach pain with GTN spray usage?
🕳️Coughing up blood?
🕳️Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or incontinence today?
🕳️Active TB?

23/07/2025

TPS will be returning for PFTs (pulmonary function tests) Wednesday Aug 20th.

Our TPS staff are having some much-needed vacations!

Have a great Cup Match!

19/06/2025

📣 August Office Closure Notice for
The Pulmonology Specialists Bermuda

Please note our upcoming closure dates:

🗓️ Every Friday
🛑 Closed: 1st – 22nd August 2025
✅ Reopening: Monday, 25th August 2025

🩺 Medical Practitioners:
We’ll be unavailable for consultations, referrals, or collaboration during this time. Thank you for your understanding!

🚨 Urgent Needs?
Please contact your GP or head to the nearest Emergency Department.

📧 Emails won't be monitored during closure — but we’ll respond as soon as we return!

Thank you for your support,
The Pulmonology Specialists team
Helping you breathe better

22/05/2025

🦠 What is Aspergillus fumigatus?
Aspergillus fumigatus is a common mold found in the environment — in soil, decaying leaves, compost, and even indoor dust.

👉 For most healthy people, it doesn’t cause any problems.
But for those with weakened immune systems, lung disease, or asthma, it can lead to serious infections like:
🔹 Aspergillosis
🔹 Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA)
🔹 Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis

🚨 Symptoms to watch for:
Persistent cough
Wheezing
Shortness of breath
Fever (in invasive cases)
Coughing up blood (in severe cases)

💡 If you or a loved one has a chronic lung condition and develops these symptoms, don’t ignore them — early diagnosis and treatment are critical.
Protect your lungs. Breathe easy. Stay informed.
The Pulmonology Specialists Bermuda

08/05/2025

💊👩‍⚕️How the new 2025 Bermuda Budget affects the healthcare of our patients at The Pulmonology Specialists Bermuda 💊👩‍⚕️
• expansion of prescription drug coverage for HIP and FutureCare policyholders. This additional funding will increase the coverage limit for HIP from $1000 a year to $3000 and increase the FutureCare limit from $3000 to $5000 a year.

• Expand coverage for annual health exams for all HIP and FutureCare clients. Regular annual checkups catch potential health issues early, before they escalate into costly medical emergencies.

• Eliminate the 12-month waiting period for new HIP & FutureCare policyholders to access the Personal Home Care Benefit.

Bernews.com Progressive Labour Party David Burt Neville Tyrrell The Government of Bermuda The Royal Gazette
https://bernews.com/2025/05/budget-56-25-million-to-invest-in-healthcare/

20/03/2025

🤓This QR code leads you to our TPS website! Check it out! 🤓

12/03/2025

This International Women’s Day, here at The Pulmonology Specialists Bermuda TPS, we would like to shine a light on women’s lung health. Women are disproportionately affected by respiratory diseases like asthma, COPD, and lung cancer—partly due to hormonal influences like estrogen, which can worsen lung inflammation. Yet, many women put their own health last while caring for others. It’s time to change that. Let’s advocate for more awareness, gender-specific research, and encourage women to prioritize their own well-being. Healthy women make a healthier world. International Women's Day

27/02/2025

27/02/2025