Asthma

Asthma is the third leading cause of hospitalization among children under 17. Asthma is one of the leading causes of school absenteeism, with over 7.2 million missed school days annually. Asthma exacerbations can lead to emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and reduced quality of life. Uncontrolled asthma can result in significant costs to families and society due to medical encounters, lost school days, and reduced productivity.

Our team of specialists, including MDs, PA’s and asthma educators, are specialised and trained

to provide comprehensive asthma management to children. Our asthma services include:

• Comprehensive lung function testing.
• Comprehensive asthma action plan.
• Management of asthma controller medications.
• Peak flow meter monitoring.
• Regular follow-ups so your child is not missing school and going to the Emergency department for cough and asthma.
• Nebuliser treatments.
• School/ Camp Telemedicine program.

Lung function tests, also known as pulmonary function tests (PFTs), are a series of non-invasive tests used to assess how well the lungs are functioning. These tests measure the amount of air a person can inhale and exhale, as well as how quickly they can blow air out of their lungs. PFTs are often used to diagnose respiratory conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and interstitial lung disease, and to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.

There are several different types of lung function tests, including:

1. Spirometry: This test measures the amount of air a person can inhale and exhale, and how quickly they can blow air out of their lungs.
2. Lung volume measurement: This test measures the amount of air in the lungs at different points in the breathing cycle.
3. Diffusion capacity: This test measures how well oxygen from the air passes into the blood through the lungs.

Lung function tests are usually painless and take only a few minutes to complete. If your child is experiencing respiratory symptoms or has been referred for lung function testing, our practice offers a range of state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to help diagnose and treat respiratory conditions.

To schedule your appointment, please call our office at 602-310-7337 today!