Respiratory Care
Day or Night, 24/7. When you Need Us, We’ll Be There.
New Orleans East Hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pulmonary care to the greater New Orleans community. Our dedicated team of respiratory therapists is available 24/7, delivering high-quality care and respiratory support across all areas of the hospital.
Inpatient services include:
- Ventilator management and weaning protocols
- Non-invasive ventilation (BiPAP, CPAP, Vapotherm) for respiratory failure and sleep apnea
- Aerosolized medication treatments (nebulizer therapy)
- Arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation
- Tracheostomy care and suctioning
- Oxygen therapy and titration
- Home oxygen qualification
Outpatient services include:
- Comprehensive pulmonary function testing (PFTs)
- Six-minute walk tests
- Home oxygen evaluations and reassessments
College of American Pathologists (CAP) Accreditation:
New Orleans East Hospital blood gas lab is recognized by the College of American Pathologists for its rigorous and robust standards. CAP accreditation elevates quality and mitigates risk, an important way that laboratories can contribute to improved patient outcomes.
New Orleans East Hospital Arterial Blood Gas Lab is one of more than 8,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide.
Our goal is to ensure every patient receives personalized care that promotes respiratory health, prevents complications, and supports long-term wellness.
To reach us for more information or to schedule outpatient pulmonary services, please call 504.592.6577, Monday through Friday, from 7:30am-4pm.