From August 19 through November 8, the Ortho Walk-In Clinic will see patients by appointment only. Questions? Please call 814-467-3628.
Services provided to patients with disorders of the cardiopulmonary system include diagnostic testing, therapeutics, monitoring, and rehabilitation:
The staff at Windber Medical Center in the Respiratory Care Department sets up, operates, and monitors devices that provide oxygen or medicine in the form of a mist or gas to patients. They use and maintain equipment such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, and aerosol generators. Respiratory therapists are also responsible for teaching patients about breathing exercises, monitoring patients’ physiological responses to therapy, and maintaining natural and artificial airways.