Patient Education
Learning more about your lung disease diagnosis, symptoms and treatment can help you feel more in control. We are here to help you navigate the details. The Jane and Leonard Korman Respiratory Institute – Jefferson Health and National Jewish Health are leaders in diagnosing and treating lung conditions from asthma to interstitial lung disease.
Download any of the following educational resources (PDFs) to help you and your family fully understand your disease, how to manage symptoms and follow the best treatment path:
Health Facts & Information by Condition
Allergy
Asthma
Bronchiectasis
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) / Emphysema
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM)
Pneumonia
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Pulmonary Hypertension
Sarcoidosis
Sinusitis
Vocal Cord Dysfunction
How to Use Inhalers
Diskus
Flexhaler
HandiHaler
Neohaler
Pari Jet LC+ Nebulizer
Pari LC Sprint Reusable Nebulizer
Pressair
RediHaler
RespiClick
Respirmat
Aerochamber
Aerolizer
Acapaella DM or DH
AerobiKa
Ellipta
Additional Fact Sheets
Publications
Dr. Michael J. Stephen, the director of the Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center at Jefferson Health, is the author of the recently-released book Breath Taking: The Power, Fragility, and Future of Our Extraordinary Lungs. Dr. Stephen’s book takes readers through the world of pulmonary medicine and research, as well as shares incredible patient stories of resilience and recovery. Breath Taking, which has received critical acclaim throughout the industry, also goes in depth into the history of lungs and what lies ahead for these powerful organs in the time of COVID-19 and beyond.