Breathe Easier

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Oct 12th 2011

DO YOU HAVE...

  • Shortness of breath?
  • Difficulty breathing?
  • Tightness in your chest?
  • Wheezing, coughing?

    • If you answered yes to any of these questions you may have ASTHMA.

    It is important to note that symptoms may occur or be worse at night or early morning, making it hard to sleep. The type of symptoms you have, frequency and severity may vary over time. To find out, make an appointment with our Asthma Team.

    Our ASTHMA MANAGEMENT PROGRAM is different because...

    The comprehensive, team approach centers around your goals and the quality of life you desire.

    Working as partners, we can...

  • Reduce the frequency and severity of attacks.
  • Meet your personal lifestyle goals.
  • Coordinate your care, especially when other services are prescribed.
  • Provide additional services you may need.

    • We take care of you, not just your asthma.

    We use a team approach to give you all the tools you need to live well with Asthma.

    OUR TEAM...

    PULMONOLOGIST - Dr. Frank L. Acerra is Board Certified in respiratory disorders with immediate appointment availability.

    PHARMACIST - available at each asthma management session to help you learn how to take your medication, especially when there are more than one medication.

    RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - will test the function of your lungs with a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT).

    REGISTERED NURSE - will coordinate your care through the program, and assist you with daily lifestyle changes.

    SOCIAL WORKER - will link you with other community resources that may be of help to you.

    CARE NAVIGATOR - will help steer you through insurance bureaucracy making sure any home equipment reaches you quickly.

    SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAM - can help you kick the habit if you are a smoker.

    Together, we can help you Breathe Easier!

    Read our ASTHMA article published in the SI Chamber of Commerce e-Weekly Newsletter by clicking on the following link:
    http://www.sichamber.com/post/684186-asthma-disease-management