Your Care Team

TALKING TO YOUR DOCTOR

Your doctor will undoubtedly be the best resource for you. It's important to have a good working relationship with him or her; after all, you are now a team working together to manage a chronic disease. Things will change over time, but your doctor will be there with you all the way to make it as easy as possible.

The OxygeNation New Patient Brochure (coming soon)

This brochure compiles important information from this website into an easy resource to bring with you to your doctor's office, and to refer to around the house.

 
 

Important Questions

Is my disease mild, moderate, or severe?

What kind of quality of life can I expect?

What are my treatment options?

What are the side effects of the different medications?

How often will I need chest x-rays, ABG and other pulmonary tests?

What changes can I make to slow down my COPD?

When should I use the emergency room?

How can I avoid getting sick? Should I have a pneumonia or influenza vaccination?

Do I need a peak flow meter?

What home oxygen device allows me the greatest mobility and flexibility?

What's the latest oxygen device technology? For example, is a portable oxygen concentrator right for me?