Respiratory Therapists provide respiratory therapeutic and diagnostic services across the continuum of care.Due to COVID-19, service times may vary. Call to confirm.
This service, provided to all age groups, evaluates respiratory needs in a variety of settings including:
- community
- acute care (hospital)
- outpatient
- continuing care
Services include:
- respiratory assessments
- consultation and evaluation of respiratory medications with clients
- diagnostics including spirometry, arterial blood gases, and oximetry
- Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) respiratory equipment needs assessment
- consultation services for equipment and sleep related issues
- pulmonary rehabilitation clinics
- asthma/COPD education
- referrals to other disciplines
- education on how to use respiratory medicine
- smoking cessation programs
- educational workshops as requested by community or providers
- taking part in health and wellness fairs
- support and participation in research initiatives
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