| Pulmonary Rehabilitation helps people with pulmonary problems (eg. COPD, respiratory symptoms, etc) recover more quickly from illness. The patients improve their quality of life through exercise, education, counseling, and support for the patient and their family. |
Our Patients
Pulmonary Rehab is designed to aid those who suffer from lung problems such as COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), restrictive lung diseases, cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis, among other respiratory issues |
How We Make a Difference
We provide excellent care to improve our patients’ quality of life, which helps reduce future hospital admissions and healthcare utilization. |
What Makes Our Department Unique
We use a multi-disciplinary collaborative approach to our care. Our team includes a respiratory therapist, pulmonologist, exercise physiologist, dietitian, pharmacist, social services and an occupational therapist who work with our patients to educate and medically supervise a program tailored to their needs. |
What Makes Our Department Great
We encourage our patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle through exercise, education and support, thereby promoting self-reliance and independence. |
Skills and Backgrounds That Set Us Apart
Our coordinator has 25 years experience as a respiratory therapist. She provides a high quality challenging experience in a positive and caring environment |
Certifications and Awards We Have Received
Our Pulmonary Rehabilitation program has been awarded national certification by the American Association of Cardiovasular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). |
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| Pulmonary Rehabilitation |
| 717-270-3854 |
Cynthia Goodman, Manager
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| Phone: 717-270-3854 |
| Fax: 717-270-7984 |
| Location: The Good Samaritan Hospital, Main Building, 2nd Floor |