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Learn more about Pediatric Pulmonologists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Pediatric Pulmonologists
A pediatric pulmonologist specializes in the medical care of infants, children and adolescents with diseases and conditions of the lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists diagnose and treat many respiratory diseases, including asthma, pneumonia, cystic fibrosis, and lung and breathing conditions of premature infants. Pediatric pulmonologists are also experts in helping children to live better with chronic lung disease and in preventing permanent lung damage.
A pediatric pulmonologist typically:
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Evaluates a child’s medical history and educates the family about lung and respiratory health and disease prevention
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Performs physical exams that include evaluation of blood pressure, vital signs, and the health of the lungs and respiratory tract
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
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Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic diseases and conditions that affect the lungs and respiratory tract including cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and underdeveloped lungs in premature infants
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Monitors conditions that increase the risk of permanent lung damage, including asthma and pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the arteries that bring blood to your lungs)
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Performs procedures including bronchoscopy and intubation with mechanical ventilation
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Provides direct care for lung and respiratory conditions in the office and in the hospital
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Works closely with your child’s pediatrician or family doctor and other specialists and members of your child’s healthcare team to provide optimal care
Pediatric pulmonologists may also be known by the following names: children’s lung doctor, pediatric lung specialist, pediatric lung doctor, and children’s lung specialist.
There are 13 specialists practicing Pediatric Pulmonology in Iowa with an overall average rating of 3.9 stars. There are 15 hospitals in Iowa with affiliated Pediatric Pulmonology specialists, including University Of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Avera Hand County Memorial Hospital.
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Dr. Michael McCubbin, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology1801 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50314Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Wilfredo Veloira Jr, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology1417 S Cliff Ave Ste 10Sioux Falls, SD 57105Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Find a Telehealth DoctorDr. Scott Sheets, DO
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology7029 Vista DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Alladdin Abosaida, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology2001 Westown Pkwy Ste 107West Des Moines, IA 50265Allison Stewart, ARNP
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology330 Laurel St Ste 1200Des Moines, IA 50314Dr. Paul McCray Jr, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242Dr. Anthony Fischer, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242Dr. Daniel Hinds, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242Dr. Carolina Grijalba, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242Dr. Robert Blount, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242Dr. Rebecca Weiner, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242Dr. Theodosia Thoma, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242Dr. Mina Salib, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309