Phthisiologists in Astana: 47 doctors

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  • Work experience15 years
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Mediker Senim Clinic, ulitsa Turkestan, 34

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  • Work experience7 years
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  • Work experience32 years
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  • Work experience14 years
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Biogen - Meditsinskiy tsentr, ulitsa Chingiza Aytmatova, 36

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  • Work experience28 years
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Reviews: Phthisiologists

Overall rating4.6

30 reviews

Rating breakdown

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    Review of doctorZhandavletova Anar Serikovna

    5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5

    Patient story

    I had an appointment, and everything was explained to me clearly.

    Liked

    I liked everything, everything was explained clearly.

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    Review of doctorZhandavletova Anar Serikovna

    4.0Rated 4.0 out of 5

    Patient story

    The appointment took place, but the issue has not yet been fully resolved.

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    The doctor is excellent, everything is fine.

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    Review of doctorZhandavletova Anar Serikovna

    5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5

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    The appointment went well.

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    Everything went well.

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    Review of doctorBalabekova Saule Rakhimberdievna

    5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5

    Patient story

    My child has been under this doctor's care for more than 4 years: we are prescribed treatment, examinations and monitoring.

    Liked

    The doctor is wonderful, a true professional in their field, attentive to the child. I am pleased with how the doctor works with parents: they explain everything and convey information competently and clearly. Huge gratitude!

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    Review of doctorKonigratbaeva Gulbakhar Elubaevna

    1.0Rated 1.0 out of 5

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    At night I had to call an ambulance, and I was brought to the admission ward. The doctor was on the night shift.

    Disliked

    I do not recommend this doctor at all. She does not understand what ethics and deontology are. Her own sleep was more important to her, even though she was on shift. First of all she started complaining that we had ruined her rest, because I called an ambulance at night, and this is an admission ward after all. She did not perform an examination — neither auscultation nor percussion, she just told me to go home. Because of such a mistake she missed bilateral pneumonia.

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Phthisiologists in Astana

A phthisiologist in Astana is a doctor who diagnoses and monitors patients with tuberculosis and other mycobacterial diseases. Patients are referred to them when tuberculosis is suspected, after contact with an infected person, and also for a preventive examination after a test or a scan that raised questions. The doctor assesses the examination results, determines whether further monitoring is needed, and follows the patient through to the end of monitoring.

Main

  • Phthisiologist in Astana: forty-seven specialists see patients in fifteen clinics in the city, which allows comparing several options.
  • Reason for a visit: a cough lasting longer than two to three weeks, night sweats, weight loss and weakness towards the evening.
  • Urgent signs: blood in the sputum, breathlessness at rest and a fever without a cold require an examination the same day.
  • Tests at the appointment: chest X-ray, Diaskintest, sputum microscopy, computed tomography and a complete blood count.
  • Booking an appointment: choose a date and time in the schedule, provide your name and phone number, and confirmation arrives by message.

What does a phthisiologist do

A phthisiologist diagnoses and treats tuberculosis — an infection that most often affects the lungs but can also involve other organs. The doctor manages the patient from the first examinations through to follow-up after treatment is completed.

What the specialist's work involves

The phthisiologist's work covers recognising tuberculosis, determining its form and monitoring the person throughout the course of the disease. The specialist takes a history of contacts and studies the results of tests and scans in order to distinguish an active process from residual changes. They assess how the infection affects the lungs, lymph nodes, bones, kidneys and other body systems. A separate task is examining the people around the patient, since the source of infection often remains unidentified. The doctor decides whether hospitalisation is needed and makes sure the person does not interrupt follow-up. They also explain how to reduce the risk of passing the infection on to family and colleagues. If you want to understand what a phthisiologist treats, start with the fact that this is a specialist in tuberculosis, not in lung diseases of any kind.

Conditions a phthisiologist works with

  • Pulmonary tuberculosis: the main form of the disease, in which lung tissue is affected and the person requires long-term follow-up and monitoring of their condition.
  • Extrapulmonary tuberculosis: the process involves the lymph nodes, bones, kidneys or meninges, which makes it harder and slower to recognise.
  • Latent tuberculosis infection: the pathogen is present in the body, but there are no signs of disease and the person does not yet infect anyone.
  • Residual changes after tuberculosis: scars and dense areas in the lungs persist for a long time and require periodic monitoring.
  • Contact with a tuberculosis patient: people around the patient are examined so that infection can be detected in time.

How a phthisiologist differs from a physician

A physician manages a wide range of diseases, whereas a phthisiologist focuses on a single infection and its consequences for different organs. The physician is the first to see a person with a prolonged cough, weakness and changes on a scan, but does not carry out anti-tuberculosis treatment. If tuberculosis is suspected, they refer the patient to the relevant specialist, and from then on the phthisiologist manages the follow-up. The difference is also noticeable in how the work is organised: the phthisiologist takes the epidemiological situation into account, examines the people around the patient and reports information to the sanitary service. The physician treats accompanying conditions, while the phthisiologist is responsible for the infection itself and its spread. If a person is seen by both doctors at the same time, the tasks are divided clearly between them and are not duplicated. That is why, if changes in the lungs persist, it makes sense to ask the physician whether a consultation with a phthisiologist is needed.

When is it time for an appointment?

The reason for a visit to a phthisiologist is a prolonged cough, changes on a scan, and contact with a tuberculosis patient. Understanding which complaints are considered alarming and what changes with delay helps to figure out when to see a doctor.

Which complaints are most common

A cough that lasts more than two to three weeks is the most common reason for consulting a phthisiologist. At first it is dry and infrequent, then it becomes productive, sometimes with an admixture of blood in the sputum. Patients notice that the usual cold remedies have stopped helping, and weakness increases towards the evening. Night sweats and a rise in temperature towards the evening hours are often attributed to overwork and exposure to cold. Weight loss without changes in diet and loss of appetite are also among the typical complaints. Chest pain on deep inspiration or coughing often becomes the symptom that finally prompts making an appointment. If at least two of these signs persist together, a visit to a phthisiologist should not be postponed.

Signs when delay is not an option

  • Blood in the sputum: even a single admixture of blood requires an examination on the same day, because it indicates damage to lung tissue.
  • Severe weakness and shortness of breath at rest: when usual activities become difficult and breathing becomes laboured without exertion, every hour counts.
  • A temperature that does not come down for several days: a prolonged rise without signs of a cold requires an urgent consultation with a phthisiologist in Astana.
  • Contact with a tuberculosis patient: if someone in your environment is ill, an examination must be undergone regardless of how you feel.
  • Changes on a flash image or X-ray: any shadow that a doctor has reported is a reason to come for an appointment without delay.

What a delayed visit leads to

A delayed wait changes the course of the condition: what at an early stage is limited to a small area of the lung over time affects new zones. The cough becomes constant, the sputum — abundant, and weakness turns into a persistent loss of ability to work. The temperature persists longer and is harder to bring down, night sweats are exhausting and deprive you of sleep. Weight continues to fall, and shortness of breath joins in even with slight exertion. The longer the examination is postponed, the more time recovery takes and the higher the risk of complications. A separate aspect is the risk to those close to you: with a prolonged cough, the causative agent spreads by airborne droplets to family members and colleagues. Therefore, with persistent complaints, it is sensible not to wait until things get worse, but to plan a visit to a specialist straight away.

What to look for when choosing a doctor

When choosing a phthisiologist in Astana, people look at length of service and specialisation, medical category, place of appointment and patient reviews. Below is a breakdown of what exactly lies behind each of these points and how to choose a doctor consciously.

What lies behind length of service and specialisation

The length of service of a phthisiologist shows how many years they have worked with tuberculosis and other pulmonary pathology, while a narrow specialisation clarifies which cases they deal with most often. A doctor who has managed patients in a tuberculosis dispensary for years usually reads scans more confidently and understands diagnostic tests better than a specialist with rare practice in this area. It is also worth clarifying separately whether the doctor works with adults, with children or with both groups, since the approach to examination differs between them. It is useful to ask whether they provide long-term follow-up, because phthisiology involves repeat appointments and monitoring of dynamics. Specialisation in the combination of tuberculosis with other lung diseases helps when the picture does not fit a single diagnosis. Length of service alone does not replace a careful review of the medical history and recent tests. If a doctor readily explains why they prescribe a particular examination, this is a noticeable sign of a thoughtful appointment.

Medical categories and what they confirm

Medical categories and what they confirm
CategoryWhat it confirmsHow it is obtained
SecondBasic level of training and independent workCertification after several years of practice
FirstEstablished skills and handling of complex casesCertification with a report on work
HighestHigh qualification and mentoringCertification and confirmation of results
ConfirmationRegular advanced trainingTraining and periodic re-certification
DocumentOfficial status of the specialistDecision of the certification commission

What to look at in a doctor's profile

  • Length of service and specialisation: how many years of practice and which groups of patients the doctor works with, this sets the depth of experience.
  • Category: whether the medical category is stated and when it was confirmed, this indicates regular advanced training.
  • Place of appointment: where the consultation is held and whether there are facilities for lung examination, this affects the convenience of repeat visits.
  • Reviews: how patients describe the conversation with the doctor and the clarity of explanations, this shows the style of communication at the appointment.
  • Booking: whether time is available in the coming days and how appointments are rescheduled, so as not to lose control during long-term follow-up.

How does the first appointment go?

The first visit to a phthisiologist in Astana begins with a detailed conversation and examination, and ends with an investigation plan. A calm conversation without haste helps you understand what happens at such an appointment and how to prepare for it.

What happens at the appointment, step by step

The first appointment with the doctor is built around a conversation about how you feel, possible contacts and past illnesses. The doctor asks in detail how long ago the cough, weakness, sweating or weight loss appeared. Then he clarifies whether there were people with confirmed tuberculosis in your environment and whether you have had any examinations before. The conversation is followed by an examination: listening to the lungs, assessing breathing and general condition. The doctor may refer you for additional tests to clarify the picture and rule out other causes of the complaints. Based on the results of the visit, you receive a clear plan for further steps and a referral for the necessary procedures. Write down your questions in advance so that you do not forget anything during the conversation.

What to prepare for the conversation with the doctor

  • Symptom calendar: note when the cough, weakness or fever appeared, and how they changed from day to day.
  • Discharge summaries and reports: bring the results of previous examinations, including images and tests, even if they were done long ago.
  • List of contacts: recall whether you have been in contact with people who have confirmed tuberculosis, and when that was.
  • Past illnesses: briefly list what you have been ill with before and what examinations you have had for your lungs.
  • Questions for the doctor: formulate in advance what you want to clarify about your condition and the upcoming examination.

What examinations are prescribed

What examinations are prescribed
ExaminationWhat it showsWhen it is prescribed
Chest X-rayChanges in the lungsFor complaints of cough and weakness
DiaskintestReaction to the causative agentTo clarify infection
Sputum microscopyPresence of mycobacteriaFor prolonged cough with sputum production
Computed tomographyA detailed picture of the lungsFor unclear X-ray results
Complete blood countSigns of inflammationAt the start of the examination

Appointments with phthisiologists in Astana

This section brings together where in Astana doctors of this specialty see patients and how the portal's search results work. It also explains how the options differ and what to look at when choosing.

How many doctors see patients in the city

Phthisiatrists in Astana are represented on the portal by forty-seven specialists, and they see patients in fifteen clinics in the city. This number makes it possible to compare several options rather than agreeing to the first address that comes up in a search. In the results, each doctor is listed with the clinic, district and profile of appointments, so the selection is based on clear criteria. Some specialists see patients in adult centres, some work with children, and this is noticeable already at the stage of viewing the profiles. Some consult only by referral, while others see patients independently, and the difference is visible in the description. If you need an appointment in a specific district, the results immediately show how many options are available there. It is worth writing down two or three suitable names in advance so you can compare them calmly rather than in a hurry before booking.

How to narrow down the results to suit yourself

  • City district: the district filter shows which clinics are close to home or work, and this noticeably cuts down the journey.
  • Patient's age: a separate selection for adult or paediatric appointments removes from the list those who do not work with the relevant age.
  • Format of appointment: some specialists consult at the clinic, some provide remote consultations, and this affects how you plan the visit.
  • Terms of access: appointments by referral and self-booking differ in the procedure, so check this before calling.
  • Nearest dates: sorting by available time helps you understand where the wait will be shorter and where booking is pushed further ahead.
  • List for comparison: save several profiles so you can call them one after another and choose a suitable option without searching again.

A clinic near home or a doctor with a name

The choice between a nearby clinic and a specific specialist depends on what matters more to you in a particular situation. If regular visits are ahead, the journey to the facility starts to affect how well you keep to the schedule of appointments. A clinic near home saves time and energy, especially when there are several appointments in a row. A doctor with a name is more often important when you need an assessment of a complex case or a second opinion on tests already carried out. In Astana, fifteen clinics see such specialists, so it is possible to combine both conditions, but not always at the first attempt. It is useful first to select doctors by profile and then to see in which districts they see patients. That way you get a short list where convenience and qualifications do not exclude each other.

How to book an appointment?

This section explains how to choose a convenient appointment time and submit a request for a consultation with a phthisiologist, as well as what happens after it is sent. It describes the booking steps, the actions of the portal and the patient, and the information that is worth preparing in advance.

How to submit a request

A request for an appointment with a phthisiologist is made through a booking form, where suitable date and time are first selected from the available schedule. The schedule shows free slots, and you can choose any of them based on your own schedule. Then a short form is filled in: name and contact telephone number are provided, without creating a personal account or password. Registration on the portal is not required, so filling it in takes little time and does not distract with unnecessary steps. After the data is submitted, the request goes for processing, and confirmation arrives as a message to the specified telephone number. If the number is entered incorrectly, the message will not arrive, and the booking will remain unconfirmed. Before submitting, it is worth double-checking the spelling of the name and the digits of the telephone number so that confirmation arrives without delay.

What happens after the request

What happens after the request
StepWhat the portal doesWhat the patient should do
Submitting the formAccepts the name and telephone numberCheck that the entered data is correct
Processing the requestPasses on the booking informationWait for a message on the telephone
ConfirmationSends a confirmation messageRead the text of the message
Agreeing the timeStates the selected date and timeCheck the time against your plans
ReminderNotifies about the upcoming appointmentArrive at the appointed time

What is needed for booking

  • Name: it is entered in the booking form in full so that the administrator can correctly process the request and not have to ask for the data again.
  • Telephone number: confirmation is sent to it, so it is important to provide a current number to which you have constant access.
  • Selected time: a free slot in the schedule is chosen in advance so as not to waste time choosing again when filling in the form.
  • Convenient moment: it is better to fill in the form when the telephone is at hand and you can immediately read the confirmation message that arrives.
  • Checked data: before submitting, it is worth verifying the name and number, since an error in the digits means that confirmation does not arrive.

What is worth remembering

A conversation about a phthisiologist in Astana comes down to a few simple things that are useful to keep in mind after reading. Below is what is really worth remembering, without unnecessary details.

Main conclusions

A phthisiologist in Astana is a doctor whom people consult not only with a confirmed disease, but also with a suspicion of it. A prolonged cough, night sweats, weight loss and constant weakness without a clear cause should raise concern. Many postpone the visit, attributing such signs to fatigue, a cold or a change in the weather. Meanwhile, seeking help early noticeably simplifies both the diagnosis itself and further follow-up with a phthisiologist in Astana. An appointment does not create any public record that a person is ill: the examination and conversation proceed just as with any other specialist. When choosing, one should rely on clear information about the doctor and the place of the appointment, not on rumours. If doubts remain, it is more sensible to discuss them with a phthisiologist in Astana at an appointment than to look for answers on one's own.

The portal does not provide medical services and does not replace a consultation with a doctor. The information on condition pages is for reference only.

Appointment prices in Astana

Appointment prices in Astana
DoctorInitial consultationFollow-upOnline
Bekkazinova Aygul Meyramkhanovna10 000 ₸5 000 ₸5 000 ₸
Balabekova Saule Rakhimberdievna———
Bayshalova Arnagul Tashkenbaevna———
Zhandavletova Anar Serikovna16 000 ₸13 000 ₸—
Askerov Karzhubay Naurzbekovich———
Konigratbaeva Gulbakhar Elubaevna———

Questions about the speciality

Phthisiologist — what kind of doctor is this?

Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis.

How much does an appointment cost in Astana?

Initial appointment — from 10 000 ₸ to 16 000 ₸, follow-up — from 5 000 ₸ to 13 000 ₸, online consultation — 5 000 ₸. The clinic sets the price of an appointment; the portal does not change it.

In which districts of the city are appointments held?

Appointments are held in 0 districts of Astana: —.

Do they see children?

Yes — children from birth are seen by 6 doctors in this section. The age differs for each doctor: it is shown on the doctor's card in the "Who they see" line — you can also see there who sees adults only.

How do I book an appointment?

Choose a free slot right in the doctor's timetable on their card, enter your name and phone number — the request goes to the clinic. The clinic will call you back to confirm the appointment; you can change the time without filling in the form again.