Our Respiratory Therapist provides education and support to patients with breathing problems. You will receive one on one counseling and education about your lung condition (i.e. asthma, COPD). During a typical visit you will receive:
- Spirometry testing to assess lung function.
- Valuable education on how to manage your symptoms, how to avoid triggers that make your breathing worse.
- Collaboration with you and your doctor to optimize your treatment plan
- You will receive an individualized action plan to help you recognize your symptoms and what action to take if you have a flare up or (exacerbation).
- The importance of physical activity, including referral to our community pulmonary rehab program.