IICMP Respiratory Physiology Executive

IICMP Respiratory Physiology Executive

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Executive Committee

IICMP Respiratory Physiology Executive Committee

Driving innovation and collaboration in respiratory care, the Respiratory Physiology Executive Committee is represented by:

  • Craig McDonnell – Chairperson & IICMP Board of Directors
  • Megan McGrane – Secretary
  • Alanna Martin – Chief Representative
  • Valerie Connell – Hub Representative
  • Maria Stack – Executive Member

 

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Respiratory physiologists are part of a large multidisciplinary team. Their role is to investigate respiratory and sleep disorders through various diagnostic tools and methodologies.

 

In a Respiratory Physiology Department, the Respiratory and Sleep Physiologist performs a full set of lung function tests includes the following:

  • Spirometry
  • Lung volumes
  • Gas transfer
  • Bronchodilator response

A wide range of conditions fall under a number of categories of investigation. Diagnostic – investigation to ascertain cause of presenting symptoms.