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Advanced Technology

The UM Health-West Assisted Breathing Center team uses advanced and tested technology to assist patients in their daily lives. These devices make it easier for patients to breathe and communicate with staff and family members.

Each device complements our personalized care, helping patients gain the best quality of life and instant access to the assistance they need.

A few of the devices include:

  • A cough-assist, lung-clearing machine to open airways
  • Eyebrow-control technology to communicate or control the TV
  • Sip-and-puff computer to control a wheelchair
  • Vocera technology to communicate instantly with staff