Tracheostomy
Can We Improve Tracheostomy Support?
A tracheostomy can be a challenging experience, and recovery often comes with many questions: Will I be able to breathe, talk, and eat?
Georgie’s Full Tracheostomy Story
Meet Georgie, who had a tracheostomy just two years ago. Hear Georgie share her personal experience while we explore the key facts about living with a tracheostomy. She reflects on the moment that changed her life forever, and what the future holds for her.
Tracheostomy Q&A
Questions answered
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patients and caregivers
health care professionals
Atos' Role in Tracheostomy Management
At Atos, our goal is to empower your efforts to deliver the highest standards of tracheostomy. Covering patients from insertion, through the weaning process and to decannulation.
Find out more about tracheostomy at Atos medical
TRACHEOSTOMY
Supporting the best possible outcomes
Atos is different in that innovative products are just one element of the care support available to you. Atos provides comprehensive patient and professional services throughout all stages of the patient journey, in hospital and at home.
TRACHEOSTOMY PRODUCTS
Our core Tracoe product offering is built on patient needs, from surgery to early recovery and community care.
Education
Atos Learning Institute provides on and offsite local training opportunities for use of our products and practice of the latest techniques.
Patient services
Atos provides comprehensive patient and professional services throughout all stages of the patient journey, in hospital and at home.
Have Tracheostomy Questions? Reach Out!
If you are a healthcare professional, a patient, or relative, Atos is here to support you. Our team is dedicated to providing the answers and assistance you need for all aspects of tracheostomy care.
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