With a rich history spanning over three decades, the National Association for Medical Direction of Respiratory Care (NAMDRC) continues to be a pioneering national organization comprised of dedicated physicians. Our mission remains steadfast: to educate our esteemed members and tackle the regulatory, legislative, and payment challenges that impact the delivery of exceptional healthcare to individuals with respiratory disorders.
As esteemed members of NAMDRC, our physicians are at the forefront of respiratory care, working tirelessly in nearly 2,000 hospitals across the nation. You will find them diligently serving in respiratory care departments, critical/intensive care units, sleep labs, blood gas laboratories, pulmonary rehabilitation services, and various other respiratory-related specialties.
For over a quarter of a century, NAMDRC has championed the cause of quality patient care. Our association stands firmly committed to supporting pulmonologists and other physicians who demonstrate exemplary clinical and management leadership in the fields of respiratory, critical care, and sleep medicine.
NAMDRC has a laser focus on addressing the pressing concerns that matter most to individual practitioners. Additionally, we advocate for an array of vital pulmonary care services, ensuring comprehensive support for patients. Our areas of emphasis include:
- Respiratory Care: We strive to optimize it through innovative and evidence-based approaches, constantly pushing the boundaries of excellence.
- Respiratory Home Health Care: We recognize the significance of delivering top-notch respiratory care within the comfort of patients’ homes, promoting their well-being and independence.
- Long-Term Respiratory Care Services: Our commitment extends beyond acute care settings, as we understand the importance of long-term management for individuals with chronic respiratory conditions.
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO): Exploring groundbreaking therapeutic interventions, we facilitate access to hyperbaric oxygen therapy, a powerful modality with numerous benefits for patients.
- Pulmonary Medicine: NAMDRC supports advancements in pulmonary medicine, fostering a collaborative environment for physicians to exchange knowledge and refine their expertise.
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation: We recognize the critical role of rehabilitation in optimizing patients’ respiratory function and enhancing their overall quality of life.
- Pulmonary Physiology Assessments: NAMDRC encourages the use of state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to comprehensively evaluate pulmonary function, aiding in accurate diagnoses and tailored treatment plans.
- Critical Care: Our organization remains dedicated to enhancing critical care practices, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of monitoring and intervention during their most vulnerable moments.
- Ventilator Management: NAMDRC provides guidance and resources to physicians involved in ventilator management, promoting best practices and patient safety.
- Sleep Disorders: Recognizing the impact of sleep disorders on overall well-being, NAMDRC supports research and education to improve diagnosis and treatment options for patients.
At NAMDRC, we believe that collaboration and knowledge sharing are paramount to achieving excellence in respiratory care. Together, we strive to create a future where physicians and patients can breathe easily, confident in the knowledge that the best possible care is at their disposal.