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For most of us breathing is easy - we don't think about it. For some, however, breathing is a struggle. Those who struggle, including accident victims, premature babies with immature lungs, heart attack and stroke victims and people with asthma or emphysema, rely on Respiratory Services.

Respiratory Therapists are highly skilled healthcare professionals. They provide direct patient care by evaluating, treating, and maintaining cardiopulmonary (heart and lung) function using specialized medical expertise combined with advanced medical technology. Respiratory Therapists assist physicians with the diagnosis and treatment of lung disorders. Most Respiratory Therapists practice in hospitals, while others practice within the community. They care for a complete range of patients and are trained to treat newborns, children, adults and the elderly. Hospital based Respiratory Therapists are required in all hospital sectors, particularly in high-risk situations within intensive care units, emergency departments, operating rooms, labour and birth units, and general units. Community-based respiratory therapists work in outpatient clinics, provide services in specialized medical centers, and care for patients at home.

Pulmonary Function Laboratories

Lung function testing, performed by Respiratory Therapists, evaluates how well lungs work.

Respiratory Services

For most of us breathing is easy - we don't think about it. For some, however, breathing is a struggle.

Respiratory Services at Wascana Rehabilitation Centre

At the Wascana Rehabilitation Centre (WRC), Respiratory Therapists provide long-term care, rehabilitation, and community services to their clients, including the Community Respiratory Outreach Program (CROP)and the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Rehabilitation Program.

Respiratory Services: Student Training

Respiratory Services offers a student training program. RQHR is a clinical partner with the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) in Calgary.

Respiratory Therapists at Wascana Rehabilitation Centre

At the Wascana Rehabilitation Centre (WRC), Respiratory Therapists provide long-term care, rehabilitation, and community services to their clients, including the Community Respiratory Outreach Program (CROP).

Sleep Disorder Centre

The Sleep Disorders Program helps people who have problems getting a good night's sleep because of snoring, sleep apnea, restless legs or other conditions.

Specialty Transport Teams

Learn more about the Neonatal Transport Team