William Osler Health System - Etobicoke General Hospital - Respiratory Therapy - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - COPD Education Clinic - Outpatient

Program:

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - COPD Education Clinic - Outpatient

Organization:

William Osler Health System - Etobicoke General Hospital
Respiratory Therapy

Phone Numbers:

Clinic: 905-494-6443
Educator: 416-494-2120 ext 36043

Crisis:

Call 911 in emergencies

Fax:

905-494-6215

Website:

www.williamoslerhs.ca/en/areas-of-care/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease.aspx#COPD-education-clinic

Address:

101 Humber College Blvd
Etobicoke, ON
M9V 1R8

Intersection:

Hwy 27 and Humber College Blvd

Location:

Toronto (West Humber—Clairville)

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Service Description:

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:

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 home, using their telephone, smart phone or computer

Fees:

Most fees covered by OHIP

Application:

Medical referral required

Eligibility / Target Population:

People who have COPD and other chronic lung/respiratory diseases

Languages:

English

Area Served:

Toronto (Etobicoke)