Respiratory Therapy

When you’re facing a lung disorder, infection, cancer or respiratory condition, we’re here to provide the care and expertise you need. At Willis Knighton, our skilled respiratory therapists and doctors use advanced technology to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions.

Our approach to respiratory therapy

At Willis Knighton, our team combines compassionate care with advanced technology to support your breathing and overall health. We’re here to help you breathe easier and feel better, every step of the way.

Why choose us for respiratory therapy?

Our respiratory therapists play a vital role across our hospitals, offering care in:

Intensive care units (ICUs): Specialized therapists support premature infants, children and adults in critical care
Emergency rooms and general units: Providing expert respiratory care at Willis Knighton hospitals for patients of all ages
Neonatal and pediatric ICUs: Therapists with advanced training care for our youngest and most vulnerable patients
Labor and delivery units: Delivering respiratory support for newborns when needed
ECMO and transport services: Highly trained therapists provide lifesaving care, including ECMO, during ground and air transport

Conditions Treated

Breathing challenges can affect every part of your life, but we’re here to help you breathe easier. From newborns to adults, we provide compassionate, comprehensive respiratory services to support your health at every stage of life.

Asthma
COPD
Lung cancer
Sleep disorders
Post operative
Premature birth
Neuromuscular disorders

Technologies

Breathing is essential and we want to help you breathe more easily so you can live better. At Willis Knighton, we use advanced technologies for diagnostic tests to cutting-edge treatments. Our team provides the care you need to feel your best, no matter your stage of life.

Bronchoscopy
Robotic Bronchoscopy
Therapeutic and diagnostic bronchoscopy
Navigational/robotic bronchoscopy
Endobronchial ultrasound bronchoscopy
Cardiopulmonary exercise test
Pulmonary function test
Sleep disorder center
Pulmonary rehab
Hyperbaric medicine & wound center
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
Neurodiagnostics

Respiratory Therapies

Breathing challenges can make everyday life difficult. That’s why we’re here to help you breathe easier. Our team provides personalized respiratory therapies using advanced technology and expert care.

Trach care
Nebulizer treatments
Incentive spirometer/Peak flow monitor
Oxygen therapy (low flow/high flow)
Ventilator management
Non-invasive ventilator management

Facts

Breathing well is key to living your best life. At Willis Knighton, we believe that knowledge and proactive care are essential to managing your health. By understanding what affects your breathing and making a few important changes, you can feel better and live more comfortably.

Knowledge is the key to keeping yourself healthy.
Know your environmental triggers.
Your doctor helps you manage a plan that suits you and your lifestyle.
Quit smoking/vaping.
Look for ways to lower your stress levels.