Your Partner in Pulmonary and Sleep Health: Dra. Krislyn Panugayan
Written By: Erin Dominique M. Descalso
Dr. Krislyn Panugayan is an Internal Medicine specialist with a subspecialty in Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine. She is dedicated to making patients with lung diseases and sleep disorders feel and live better. The following are three major areas of her expertise:
Breathing Matters: Managing Common Lung Conditions
Dr. Panugayan specializes in treating various respiratory illnesses, including:
- Asthma – an illness that triggers puffiness and constriction of airways, resulting in shortness of breath and wheezing.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) – a chronic lung condition, usually brought on by smoking, which makes it difficult to breathe.
- Bronchiectasis – damaged air passages that trap mucus and lead to recurrent lung infections.
- Pneumonia – lung infection that results in fever, cough, and shortness of breath.
- Tuberculosis (TB) – serious bacterial infection spread through the air and primarily affecting the lungs.
- Other Respiratory Infections – including colds, flu, or bronchitis.
Dra. Panugayan provides total care, from testing and diagnosis to long-term treatment. She aims to decrease symptoms, avoid complications, and enhance each patient’s quality of life.
Rest Assured: Solving Sleep Problems with Expert Care
Dra. Panugayan is also a sleep medicine specialist, treating sleep problems such as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) – where there is repeated stopping and starting of breathing during sleep, usually with loud snoring, choking, and daytime tiredness.
- Sleep-Disordered Breathing – abnormal or shallow breathing while sleeping.
- Insomnia – falling or staying asleep, impacting energy, mood, and overall health.
Dra. Panugayan diagnoses these issues accurately using sleep studies and clinical assessment. Treatment can be lifestyle modification, breathing machines (CPAP), or medication if necessary.
Personalized and Preventive Care
With her Internal Medicine background, Dra. Panugayan does not treat a single symptom Dr. Panugayan considers the patient’s overall health profile. She helps patients navigate managing chronic diseases, learning about their diseases, and improving daily decisions, such as:
- Staying smoke-free
- Controlling allergies or asthma triggers
- Building healthy sleeping habits
Each patient is given a tailored care plan. Dra. Panugayan takes the time to listen, explain, and guide her patients every step of the way.
If you or someone you know is struggling with breathing problems or sleep issues, help is available at Global Sleep Care Centre.
🩺 Clinic Schedule:
Every Monday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Clinic Address: 2521 Centuria Medical Makati Kalayaan Ave. Cor. Salamanca St. Makati City
Call: +63956-760-6016 | +63939-919-2723
Email: info@globalsleepcarecentre.com
Breathe easier. Sleep better. Live healthier.
