Dr Joe Churton

Dr. Joe Churton is a respiratory and sleep physician specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory and sleep disorders. With a strong interest in severe asthma, Dr. Churton is committed to providing high-quality care to his patients. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Chemistry from the University of Wollongong and his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Queensland.

Dr. Churton completed his extensive training at various hospitals in metropolitan and rural Queensland, further specializing in Respiratory and Sleep Medicine. He underwent advanced training at Greenslopes Private Hospital and the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. Additionally, Dr. Churton completed a fellowship year in Sleep Medicine at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane.

Prior to joining his practice in Lismore, Dr. Churton served as a Consultant Respiratory and Sleep Physician at the Princess Alexandra Hospital, a leading tertiary center dealing with a wide range of respiratory and sleep disorders. His areas of expertise include the treatment of conditions such as COPD, interstitial lung disease, bronchiectasis, asthma, pneumonia, and other pulmonary infections. Additionally, he has extensive experience in managing complicated sleep disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea, obesity hypoventilation syndrome, narcolepsy, and sleep disorders associated with muscular weakness.

Dr. Churton is highly skilled in interventional bronchoscopy, including the use of Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) for the precise diagnosis of primary and secondary lung cancers. With the recent introduction of this technology in the Northern Rivers region, Dr. Churton aims to provide comprehensive and convenient services to his patients without the need for further travel.

Dr. Churton is dedicated to staying up to date with the latest advancements in his field and is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to his patients. He values the importance of building strong doctor-patient relationships and takes the time to thoroughly understand each patient's individual needs and concerns. With his expertise and experience, Dr. Churton strives to improve the respiratory health and quality of life for all his patients.