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Respiratory Therapy
Breathe easier and live more comfortably.
At InterMed, we’re committed to helping patients manage chronic respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD with expert care and education. Our Respiratory Therapy services are available by referral from your InterMed provider and are designed to support better breathing, improved symptom control, and a stronger understanding of your condition.
Through personalized education, lung function testing, and hands-on guidance, our licensed respiratory therapists work as part of your care team to help you breathe easier and live more comfortably. Talk to your InterMed provider to see if a referral to Respiratory Therapy is right for you.
FAQs
What can I expect during my appointment?
Respiratory therapy provides spirometry testing to assess your lung function, respiratory device instruction and education, symptom management and customized support to empower you to breathe better.
How can respiratory education help me manage my asthma or COPD?
The more you know about asthma or COPD the better you can manage it. Education gives you the tools to recognize symptoms early, avoid triggers use medication properly and stay healthier longer.
Asthma Education: Learn how to manage your asthma with confidence. We provide education to patients and families on identifying and avoiding triggers, inhaler techniques, medication management, and action plans to help prevent and control flare- ups.
COPD Education: We offer hands-on education about medications, inhaler and nebulizer use, breathing techniques, and lifestyle changes. We work with you to build a plan that helps you breathe better and stay active.
Referrals
Please ask your primary care physician for a referral to Respiratory Therapy and to learn more information.
Our Locations
Normal business hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
100 Foden Road, West Building
100 Foden Rd
South Portland, ME 04106
South Portland
50 Foden Road, Suite B
South Portland, ME 04106
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