Taxonomy Code 2278G0305X

The directory of Certified Respiratory Therapists (Geriatric Care) in San Francisco, California was last updated 1/9/2024

Certified Respiratory Therapists (Geriatric Care)
Taxonomy Code 2278G0305X

Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified

Description

Care of older patients who have age and/or disease related decremental pulmonary changes. Diagnosis and treatment is very important for this group since chronic lung disease is the major cause of morbidity and mortality among them. Furthermore, as this segment of the population increases, life expectancy is being extended.