ATRIUM MEDICAL CENTER offers state-of-the-art pulmonary management services for patients in need of respiratory and rehabilitative care. We provide personalized, compassionate attention to each patient to promote a healthy recovery. Our pulmonary management services include the treatment methods and equipment necessary to manage lung diseases and disorders such as COPD, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and asthma. With Atrium Medical Center coordinating your pulmonary care plan, you can be assured of receiving superior, high-quality care from a dedicated hospital staff that listens, understands, and prioritizes your health, comfort, and quality of life.

Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapy is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We provide services across various departments, including Intensive Care, Special Procedures, and Medical-Surgical Nursing Units at Atrium Medical Center.

Respiratory Care is provided to patients with the following conditions:

  • ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)
  • Obstructive Airway Disease (COPD)
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Pneumonia
  • Neuromuscular Respiratory Insufficiency
  • Acute Airway Needs
  • Asthma

Respiratory Care Treatments include:

  • Oxygen Therapy
  • Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
  • Pulse Oximetry
  • Non-invasive Mechanical Ventilation (CPAP/BiPAP)
  • Chest Percussion Therapy
  • Airway Management
  • Mechanical Ventilation

Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation

Weaning patients from mechanical ventilation involves a collaborative interdisciplinary team, including Respiratory Therapists, Rehabilitation Therapists, Nursing Staff, and Pulmonologists.