William Osler Health System - Etobicoke General Hospital
Respiratory Therapy, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - COPD Education Clinic - Outpatient
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Record #:
CWL0980
Last Modified:
10 Apr 2024
Last Full Update:
12 Dec 2023
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, Wed 8am-8pm * Tue, Thu, 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 | |
| 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 |
Subjects
| Subjects | Education ; Health clinics ; Respiratory therapy |