Respiratory Services

Respiratory therapists at Valley Hospital Medical Center help patients suffering from a wide range of chronic respiratory diseases like asthma, bronchitis and emphysema. Respiratory therapists also provide emergency care to patients suffering from heart attack, stroke or other forms of trauma.

To assess and diagnose breathing issues, patients may undergo pulmonary function or breathing tests to find out how well air moves in and out of the lungs and how well oxygen enters their body. Some of these include:

• Basic spirometry measures how much air you can inhale and how quickly you exhale
• Body plethysmography measures how much air you can hold in your lungs
• Diffusion studies measure how well the lungs exchange gases

In addition to pulmonary function testing, Valley Hospital offers patient education and other specialized services such as:

• Airway and artificial ventilator management
• Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) management
• Oxygen modalities
• Breathing treatments
• Spiration Valve System® (SVS)

Early Detection of Lung Cancer

Early detection of lung cancer can save lives. If you need a lung biopsy (bronchoscopy), Valley Hospital Medical Center offers an advanced, minimally invasive surgery to detect the disease.

Ion by Intuitive™

The Ion technology can precisely pinpoint lung masses, or nodules, and take a sample for testing in a single procedure. It features an ultra-thin, ultra-maneuverable catheter that allows navigation far into the peripheral lung, along with the stability needed for a precise biopsy compared to manual techniques. While the procedure uses robotic-assisted technology, your physician is totally in control.