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Respiratory Therapy - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - COPD Education Clinic - Outpatient
20 Lynch St
Brampton, ON
L6W 2Z8
Brampton, ON
L6W 2Z8
905-494-6433 * To contact educator directly 416-494-2120 ext 36043
Call 911 in emergencies
Fax: 905-494-6215
Administration: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Last Updated: Jan 16, 2024: Suggest an edit
Application
Medical referral required
Fees
Most services covered by OHIP
Languages
English
Area Served
Peel Region
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services
The COPD Education Clinic focuses on the management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) as well as other chronic lung diseases. Patients are taught about the pathophysiology of their lung disease, self-management strategies, and ways to optimize their physical well-being. The clinic conducts a variety of tests to assess and monitor pulmonary function and functional ability. For patients who continue to smoke, ongoing visits are offered to counsel on smoking cessation
Helps patients understand:
NOTE: This is a virtual clinic. Patients can attend from the comfort of home, using their telephone, smart phone or computer
Helps patients understand:
- how COPD affects lungs
- medication information and why, when and how to take them
- what causes a COPD “flare up” and how to avoid one
- when to seek medical attention
NOTE: This is a virtual clinic. Patients can attend from the comfort of home, using their telephone, smart phone or computer
Last Updated: Jan 16, 2024: Suggest an edit