Dr. Luis Chug's Educational and Professional Journey
Dr. Luis E. Chug is quadruple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, with over 17 years of specialized experience. He is the founder of BreatheSleepMD and serves as the Chairman of the Critical Care Committee at Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital, where he oversees ICU care and leads quality improvement initiatives. Additionally, he acts as the Pulmonary Director for nursing facilities across Houston, enhancing respiratory outcomes for elderly patients. Dr. Chug has been practicing medicine since 2000, bringing decades of experience to his patients.
Trained at Columbia University, the University of Kansas, and UTHealth Houston, Dr. Chug has developed a practice that combines advanced pulmonary medicine with allergy-informed asthma care, including immunotherapy (allergy shots). His expertise covers a range of conditions, including asthma, COPD, chronic cough, interstitial lung disease (ILD), lung nodules, pulmonary hypertension, sleep apnea, and narcolepsy, offering patients a comprehensive approach to respiratory and sleep health.
Building Trust Through Care
As a proud member of the American Thoracic Society and the American College of Chest Physicians, Dr. Chug is dedicated to advancing lung health in Houston. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to provide culturally responsive care to diverse communities in the Houston area.
Dr. Chug is known for his compassionate, patient-centered philosophy, which emphasizes listening, education, and trust-building. His goal is to help patients breathe easier, sleep better, and live healthier lives.
Building Trust Through Care
As a proud member of the American Thoracic Society and the American College of Chest Physicians, Dr. Chug is dedicated to advancing lung health in Houston. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to provide culturally responsive care to diverse communities in the Houston area.
Dr. Chug is known for his compassionate, patient-centered philosophy, which emphasizes listening, education, and trust-building. His goal is to help patients breathe easier, sleep better, and live healthier lives.
Training
Medical School
Universidad de San Martin de Porres Lima, Peru
Internal Medicine
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons New York, New York.
Pulmonary & Critical Care
University of Kansas Medical Center School of Medicine in Kansas CityLima, Peru
Sleep
McGovern Medical School at University of Texas Health Science Center Houston, Texas.
Care for Your Sleep & Breathing Health
Dr. Chug specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions, including sleep apnea, insomnia, restless legs syndrome, snoring, allergies, and asthma. He employs a patient-centered approach, tailoring treatment plans to meet individual needs and improve overall quality of life. His goal is to help you breathe easier, sleep better, and feel revitalized.
- Sleep Apnea: Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment options.
- Insomnia: Personalized strategies for better sleep.
- Restless Legs Syndrome: Effective management of symptoms.
- Allergies: Targeted treatments to reduce symptoms and improve breathing.
- Asthma: Advanced care plans to control and prevent flare-ups.