Trust score 8/100
Dr. Favas Thaivalappil
Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine · AE
👤 13 years of experience
13,462+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
9
Publications
3
Languages spoken
About
Dr Favas Thaivalappil is a highly experienced Consultant specialising in Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine with over 14 years of experience. He completed his medical degree in Karnatak, India in 1998 followed by his specialist training in General Internal Medicine from Kent & Sussex Deanery and Oxford Radcliffe Trust in England. Dr Thaivalappil continued his higher specialist training in respiratory medicine at Wales Deanery, achieving board certifications (CCT) in both General Internal Medicine and Respiratory Medicine, accredited by the General Medical Council (UK) in 2014.
In his pursuit of excellence in sleep medicine and ventilation, Dr Thaivalappil later completed a Royal College of Physician-accredited Post-CCT Fellowship in sleep medicine and ventilation at the renowned Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge. He is a both a Member and Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (UK).
During his time at Swansea Bay University Health Board in the UK, Dr Thaivalappil served as a consultant physician in respiratory medicine and general internal medicine. He played a pivotal role in establishing and leading sleep medicine and ventilation services, concentrating on specialised care for individuals with breathing disorders.
Dr Thaivalappil spearheaded the creation of a dedicated Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) unit and home mechanical ventilation services, meeting the specific needs of patients. Additionally, he held the position of Head of the Department for Respiratory Medicine at Morriston Hospital. His contributions extended to serving as a Wales National Respiratory Medicine training organiser and fulfilling educational and clinical supervision duties for medical undergraduates, foundation trainees, core medical trainees, and higher specialist trainee doctors throughout his career.
In his pursuit of excellence in sleep medicine and ventilation, Dr Thaivalappil later completed a Royal College of Physician-accredited Post-CCT Fellowship in sleep medicine and ventilation at the renowned Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge. He is a both a Member and Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (UK).
During his time at Swansea Bay University Health Board in the UK, Dr Thaivalappil served as a consultant physician in respiratory medicine and general internal medicine. He played a pivotal role in establishing and leading sleep medicine and ventilation services, concentrating on specialised care for individuals with breathing disorders.
Dr Thaivalappil spearheaded the creation of a dedicated Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) unit and home mechanical ventilation services, meeting the specific needs of patients. Additionally, he held the position of Head of the Department for Respiratory Medicine at Morriston Hospital. His contributions extended to serving as a Wales National Respiratory Medicine training organiser and fulfilling educational and clinical supervision duties for medical undergraduates, foundation trainees, core medical trainees, and higher specialist trainee doctors throughout his career.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Favas Thaivalappil
Education & training
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2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2009–2013 Residency · Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
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2013–2014 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
Malpractice insurance:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,174 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,352 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,040 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,255 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 30 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 20 · i10: 14
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Outcomes of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.8313/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32686972 · cited by 102
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European registry analysis of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine outcomes
DOI: 10.1117/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31794222 · cited by 44
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Outcomes of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.3780/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31304061 · cited by 10
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine European Annual Congress (Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2014
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2014
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2014
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
- Awareness When should you see a pulmonology / respiratory medicine?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · favas.thaivalappil@euroclinics.example
Patient reviews
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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