[Implementation of respiratory rehabilitation in the municipalities of Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Quilpué and Villa Alemana in 2013].

Introduction: Pulmonary rehabilitation is a keystone in the treatment of patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Significantly reduces the costs to the health system, the use of health resources by reducing hospital stay and consultations to emergency services.

Objective: Describe the current condition of respiratory rehabilitation in primary care centers located in the region of Valparaíso.