About us
The British Thoracic Society is the UK's leading professional body for respiratory healthcare. We represent over 5,000 respiratory specialists, from consultants and trainees to nurses, scientists, pharmacists and allied health professionals.
Our vision: better lung health for all
Our mission:
- To influence the provision of the optimum respiratory workforce and research-centred services that promote sustainable solutions and reduce health inequalities.
- To educate professionals to advance knowledge and share learning in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of lung disease.
- To support all members of the respiratory team to improve standards of care.