When to Reassess Inhalers and Consider Nebulizer Therapy

If your patients with COPD are still symptomatic despite prescribed inhaled therapy, this episode will help you rethink whether the device—not just the medication—may be part of the problem. In this episode of The Lung Health Champion, Tralisa Willis speaks with Dr. Isaac Biney and Dr. Jill Ohar about choosing the right inhaled medication device for people living with COPD. The discussion examines common inhaler technique mistakes, how inspiratory flow impacts medication delivery, and when clinicians should reassess whether handheld inhalers are still the best option. Dr. Biney and Dr. Ohar also address misconceptions surrounding nebulizers and explain how personalized device selection can improve symptom control, reduce exacerbations, and support better quality of life. The conversation highlights the importance of evaluating inhaler technique regularly and tailoring treatment approaches to each individual’s needs, lifestyle, dexterity, cognition, and breathing ability. Key Points From This Episode[00:00:00] Highlights & Show Intro[00:01:34] Reassessing Inhaler Effectiveness[00:20:35] Nebulizers as an EvidenceBased Option[00:33:13] Listener Takeaway This episode is proudly supported by The COPD Foundation Nebulizer Consortium. Learn more. COPD Foundation:
https://www.copdfoundation.org Check out Inhaler Technique in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Patient Impairments and Bronchodilation: https://doi.org/10.1093/annalsats/aaoag140 Check out Understanding Nebulizer Utilization by Patients and Healthcare Providers: A COPD Foundation Nebulizer Consortium Survey Study: https://doi.org/10.2147/COPD.S552041 Download our Nebulizer Guide: https://www.copdfoundation.org/Learn-More/Educational-Materials-Resources/Downloads.aspx#Nebulizers-Guide Dr. Isaac Biney on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaac-noble-biney-45937155/ Dr. Jill Ohar on LinkedIn: ​​https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-ohar-a687124/ Production and editing by The Podcast Consultant:
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