St. Luke’s Medical Center is proud to announce the launch of its Inhaler Clinic Service in Global City, designed to optimize the care of patients with pulmonary disorders such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The clinic aims to address a critical gap in respiratory care, including proper inhaler techniques.
Inhaler therapy remains the cornerstone of treatment for many pulmonary conditions. However, studies show that up to 94% of patients do not use their inhalers correctly, leading to poor symptom control, frequent exacerbations, and reduced quality of life. Recognizing this, St. Luke’s has established a first-of-its-kind clinic focused on ensuring patients receive not only the proper medication but also the correct technique and support. It also offers coaching on use and care of nebulizers.
The Inhaler Clinic has a multidisciplinary core team consisting of pulmonologists and respiratory therapists, and is built around four key goals:
- Assess and teach correct inhaler technique to ensure proper medication delivery and better disease control
- Monitor adherence and treatment outcomes. Regular follow-ups allow the team to evaluate how well patients are using their prescribed therapies and to adjust management plans based on measurable progress.
- Identify and solve device-related problems. The clinic helps resolve issues such as improper device selection, technique errors, or device mismatch such as elderly patients, patients with arthritis, tremors or weakness, etc.—supporting more personalized care.
- Empower patients and caregivers through education. Through structured teaching sessions, the clinic equips patients and families with the knowledge and confidence needed to manage respiratory conditions effectively at home.
By focusing on proper device use, personalized guidance, and continuous monitoring, the Inhaler Clinic aims to deliver tangible improvements that matter most to patients:
- Fewer asthma and COPD attacks
- Better medication absorption
- Reduced emergency room visits and hospitalizations
- Improved overall quality of life
Who Should Be Referred to the Inhaler Clinic
Referral to the Inhaler Clinic is recommended for patients who may benefit from focused inhaler education and monitoring, including:
- Newly diagnosed patients with prescribed inhalers
- Individuals with persistent uncontrolled asthma or COPD
- Patients demonstrating recurrent inhaler errors
- Those on complex inhaler regimens (multiple devices or dosing schedules)
- Patients with device mismatch, such as elderly patients with limited hand coordination
- Patients or families expressing confusion or uncertainty
- Patients discharged with new inhaler prescriptions
As the first dedicated inhaler clinic in the Philippines, St. Luke’s sets a new standard in pulmonary care, offering patients a unique, comprehensive service to help them breathe easier.
For more information on referring patients to the Inhaler Clinic, contact the St. Luke’s Product Information Hub at 0947-9930471 / 0998-5822276 / 0939-9161805 / 0928-5200239.
