William Osler Health System - Etobicoke General Hospital

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

Record #: CWL0980
Last Modified: 14 Apr 2023
Last Full Update: 12 Dec 2022

Description & Services

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
Hours Mon-Fri 8am- 4pm
Areas Served Toronto
Eligibility People who have COPD and other chronic lung/respiratory diseases
Application Medical referral required
Fees Most fees covered by OHIP
Languages English

Contact Information

Address & Map
101 Humber College Blvd
Etobicoke, ON M9V 1R8
 
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Intersection Hwy 27 and Humber College Blvd
Accessibility Fully Accessible
Office Phone Clinic: 905-494-6443 
Educator: 416-494-2120 ext 36043
Fax 905-494-6215
Crisis Phone Call 911 in emergencies
Website https://www.williamoslerhs.ca/en/areas-of-care/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease.aspx#COPD-education-clinic

Other Details

Funding Provincial
Service Level (50) Non Profit

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