Respiratory Care

Respiratory Care in Virginia & West Virginia

Your lungs and airways are essential to your health. Our respiratory care and cardiopulmonary teams provide expert treatment at every Valley Health location. We care for patients in hospitals, emergency departments, and neonatal intensive care units, offering support for breathing problems and related conditions.

Respiratory Care

How to Get Started

Call the Valley Health location nearest you for more information or to schedule an appointment. Most services are covered by insurance, including Medicare.

Conditions We Treat

Our respiratory care specialists help patients manage:

  • Asthma
  • Emphysema
  • Bronchitis
  • Viral infections
  • Pneumonia
  • Lung tumors
  • Tuberculosis
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
  • Apnea of prematurity

Diagnostic Tests We Offer

  • Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET or VO₂ max)
  • Interventional bronchoscopy
  • Holter monitoring
  • Event monitoring
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Cardiac stress testing
  • Echocardiogram
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Sputum cultures
  • Diffusing capacity
  • Peak expiratory flow
  • Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS)
  • Methacholine challenge
  • Bronchial thermoplasty

Specialized Services

Interventional Bronchoscopy
This advanced procedure creates a three-dimensional map of the lung. It allows physicians to perform precise biopsies, place markers for radiation therapy, and remove small peripheral lung lesions.

Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET)
CPET measures oxygen use, ventilation, and gas exchange to help physicians evaluate heart and lung function and determine the best treatment plan.

SuperKids Asthma Initiative

The SuperKids Asthma Initiative (SKAI) provides education and support for children with asthma and their families. Developed by Valley Health experts, SKAI helps children manage asthma and live active lives. Families receive a SKAI Toolbox with resources to reinforce education provided during care.

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