Olivia Hospital & Clinic respiratory therapist works with people of all ages, from birth to the elderly, treating asthma, emphysema, pneumonia and bronchitis and many other breathing challenges. The therapist also works with patients before or after surgery to help with breathing or prevent future problems.
Pulmonary Function Testing, respiratory evaluations and pulmonary rehab are some of the outpatient services provided at Olivia Hospital & Clinic. There are several reasons why your provider may want you to complete a pulmonary function test. These may include, but are not limited to:
- Shortness of breath
- Cough
- Wheezing
- Smoking history
- Pre-operative evaluation
- Environmental exposure
- Disability evaluation
- Asthma
- COPD
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Neuromuscular Disease
Respiratory Tests Offered at OHC
Your provider will order which type of testing is best suited to meet your diagnostic needs.