PULMONARY
5 Star Rated for Treatment of COPD - 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
5 Star Rated for Treatment of Community Acquired Pneumonia - 2008
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The Lung Treatment Program is a multidisciplinary program that provides exercise, conditioning, endurance training, education and emotional support to patients with chronic pulmonary disease. The Center strives to stabilize or reverse both the physical and mental aspects of pulmonary disease and attempts to return each patient to the highest possible functional capacity allowed by their condition and lifestyle.
The primary objectives of the Lung Treatment Program are to control and alleviate as much as possible the symptoms and complications of chronic respiratory impairment and teach patients how to achieve their highest capability for carrying out activities of daily living.
The pulmonologist evaluates each patient to determine which member of the pulmonary team will need to be involved with the patient?s one-on-one treatment plan. Team members include pulmonary nurses, respiratory, physical and occupational therapists and behavioral health professionals. They work together to provide a plan to help improve the patient?s quality of life.
Patients participating in the comprehensive outpatient pulmonary service program have repeatedly shown a decrease in the number of emergency room visits and number of days spent in the hospital due to reduced symptoms and respiratory infections. In addition, their physical conditioning is improved as well as their self-esteem. The community also benefits through the availability of support groups and education.
Patients who have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema, chronic bronchitis and asthma. Patients with cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis, pneumoconiosis (black lung), restrictive lung disease or requiring lung transplants may benefit. Patients receive a preliminary screening to determine their eligibility for our program. Referrals are accepted from all sources, including a self-referral.
If you or someone you know needs help to manage the symptoms of chronic lung disease, call us to learn more about better breathing and improving your quality of life.
If you or someone you know needs help to manage the symptoms of chronic lung disease, call us to learn more about better breathing and improving your quality of life.
The Lung Treatment Program
Locust Medical Building
315 Locust Street, 6th floor
Johnstown, PA 15901 | Get Directions
Phone: (814)534-6700
Toll-free: 1-866-800-5864 (LUNG)