William Osler Health System - Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness - Respiratory Therapy - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - COPD Education Clinic - Outpatient

Program:

Respiratory Therapy - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - COPD Education Clinic - Outpatient

Organization:

William Osler Health System - Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness

Phone Numbers:

905-494-6433 * To contact educator directly 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:

20 Lynch St
Brampton, ON
L6W 2Z8

Intersection:

Lynch St and John St

Location:

Brampton (Queen St Corridor)

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Administration: 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 the comfort of home, using their telephone, smart phone or computer

Fees:

Most services covered by OHIP

Application:

Medical referral required

Languages:

English

Area Served:

Peel Region