| Program: | Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - COPD Education Clinic - Outpatient | ||
| Organizations: |
William Osler Health System - Etobicoke General Hospital Respiratory Therapy |
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| Description of Services: |
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:
NOTE: This is a virtual clinic. Patients can attend from home, using their telephone, smart phone or computer |
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| Requirements | |||
| Fees: | Most fees covered by OHIP | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | People who have COPD and other chronic lung/respiratory diseases | ||
| Application: | Medical referral required | ||
| Accessibility: |
Wheelchair Accessible
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| Languages: | English | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Toronto (Etobicoke) | ||
| Contact Information | |||
| Phone Numbers: |
Clinic: 905-494-6443 Educator: 416-494-2120 ext 36043 |
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| Crisis: | Call 911 in emergencies | ||
| Fax: | 905-494-6215 | ||
| Website: | www.williamoslerhs.ca/en/areas-of-care/chronic-obs... | ||
| Address: |
101 Humber College Blvd Etobicoke, ON M9V 1R8 |
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| Intersection: | Hwy 27 and Humber College Blvd | ||
| Location: | Toronto (West Humber—Clairville) | ||
| Hours: | Mon-Fri 8am-4pm | ||
| Rehabilitative Care Details | |||
| Age Group: | Adult | ||
| Rehabilitative Condition Population: | Pulmonary | ||
| Level of Rehabilitative Care | |||
| Community Based Levels Progression: | Hospital-Based Prevention and Education | ||
| Program Details | |||
| Service is for Individuals Who: | have chronic lung diseases | ||
| External Referrals Accepted: | Yes | ||
| Cost to Client: | OHIP Pays | ||
| Admission Criteria | |||
| Diagnosis: | COPD * asthma * pulmonary fibrosis * pulmonary hypertension * alpha 1-anti-trypsin deficiency * sarcoidosis * scleroderma * any chronic disease that causes respiratory impairment leading to deconditioning | ||
| Other: | must be smoke-free for three months in order to attend clinic | ||
| Exclusion Criteria | |||
| Other: | patients with unstable medical conditions | ||
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This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 12/10/2024 |
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