Pediatric Pulmonology

Diagnosing and treating lung disorders in children.

Our SLUCare Physician Group pediatric pulmonologists take a personalized approach when treating children with acquired and congenital respiratory disorders, as well as sleep disorders. Our renowned specialists provide excellent care to patients with complex medical conditions, such as cystic fibrosis. Our outpatient program cares for children with chronic cough, asthma and sleep disorders, as well as those who are dependent on technology, such as home mechanical ventilation.

Our doctors lead clinical research in pulmonology disorders.

As part of an academic medical practice, SLUCare Physiican Group pediatric pulmonologists are active clinical researchers in the areas of sleep disorders, asthma, and cystic fibrosis, among others.

Our specialists have also taken active leadership roles at Saint Louis University, local hospitals and in national organizations, including the American Thoracic Society, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

Pediatric pulmonology conditions we treat:

• Asthma
• Chronic cough
• Cystic fibrosis
• Sleep disorders
• Respiratory distress
• Pulmonary hypertension
• Recurrent pneumonia
• Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
• Chest pain and shortness of breath

Presurgical planning with the 3D Printing Center of Excellence:

For complex medical cases that require surgery, our physicians and surgeons use our 3D Printing Center of Excellence to create detailed lung models unique to the individual. This allows for presurgical and preprocedural planning to improve patient outcomes and care.