Following a COVID-19 diagnosis, some people continue to have problems and persistent symptoms.
If you're struggling to recover from respiratory issues after COVID-19, the UPMC Post-COVID-19 pulmonary recovery care team may be able to help. Our service is part of UPMC Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine.
What Happens During Post-COVID Pulmonary Recovery Care?
Pulmonary rehab is a medically supervised program that includes exercise training and health education that aims to:
- Manage breathing concerns
- Increase stamina
- Improve your quality of life
The process starts by having a consult with a lung doctor (pulmonologist).
Based on that visit, the doctor may schedule follow-up appointments or refer you to pulmonary rehab to improve lung function.
There, a Post-COVID pulmonary recovery care team includes doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, and physical therapists who:
- Works to better understand the long-term impact of the virus.
- Diagnoses and treats those who still have breathing problems for more than three months after a COVID-19 infection.
- Provides support as you heal from COVID-19.
Who Can Get Post-COVID Care?
Anyone who still has the following symptoms after three or more months since their COVID recovery may be eligible for care:
- Cough
- Fatigue
- Cognitive issues (also known as brain fog)
- Shortness of breath
- Exercise intolerance
- Weakness
- Autonomic instability
Our Locations
You need a referral from your PCP to make an appointment for post-COVID care.
Our office consult locations are: