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Program:
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Program
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Address:
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PO Box 398
Atikokan, ON
P0T 1C0
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Map
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Location:
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- Located on the corner of Zuke Rd and MacKenzie Ave E
- Located across from the Atikokan Hydro yard
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Service Description:
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The Atikokan Family Health Team includes: Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, Dietitian, Mental Health Worker, Pharmacist and Administration allow physicians and other allied health providers to work as a team to focus on keeping patients healthyThe vision calls for physicians, nurse practitioners and other members of the team to practice together in a positive working environment, sharing and benefiting from the complementary knowledge and skills of their colleagues
Assists patients living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) to better manage their disease processConducts spirometry assessments to determine lung functionProvides education and support to help set goals for individual's carePartners with Atikokan General Hospital to provide exercises for COPD patientOffers smoking cessation counselling if neededProvides referrals to other programs and services
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Application:
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Call office to register for program
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals diagnosed with Chronic Obstuctive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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