Patients participate in a three-phase program:
During the first visit, patients receive an assessment of their condition, an evaluation of their asthma triggers, a baseline pulmonary function test, and provision/instruction on the use of a metered dose inhaler spacer and peak flow meter. An action plan is developed to minimize exacerbation. Patients also receive guidance about keeping an asthma journal.
During the second visit, usually one month later, patients discuss progress with their asthma-management plans and review additional strategies to maintain control.
During the third visit, usually six months later, a follow-up pulmonary function test is conducted, as well as a discussion of ongoing asthma-management strategies.
The Asthma Center also offers Home Evaluations to assess potential environmental symptom triggers. Nutrition consultations address diet and weight-management concerns.