New Pulmonary Function Lab opens at Russell Centre

The Integrated Care Hub based in the Russell Centre, Tallaght has launched a new Pulmonary Function Lab, the latest addition to their chronic disease management services.

The service, developed in conjunction with the existing Pulmonary Function Lab in Tallaght University Hospital (TUH) has recently commenced operation.

The lab is staffed by a Senior Respiratory physiologist providing Full Lung Function, and overseen by the Chief Respiratory Physiologist, Orla Wynne from Tallaght University Hospital (TUH).

Orla Wynne said: “In the past these tests were only available in the hospital setting, but as a result of significant investment by the HSE and thanks to collaboration with Tallaght University Hospital’s Respiratory Physiology team, service users will be able to receive timely diagnosis and follow up care in the community Hub in Tallaght, CHO7.

“These high-quality testing units are essential for the diagnosis and effective long-term management of many chronic respiratory conditions including Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). In late 2023, the service will expand to include a second Pulmonary function lab, once the purpose-built integrated chronic disease management hub is complete.”

Dr Deirdre Fitzgerald, the newly appointed Respiratory Consultant, will work across both the hospital and the integrated care hub ensuring continuity of care of respiratory patients.