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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 7 specialists practicing Pediatric Pulmonology in Kentucky with an overall average rating of 4.4 stars. There are 8 hospitals in Kentucky with affiliated Pediatric Pulmonology specialists, including University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital, Dayton Childrens Hospital and Margaret Mary Health.
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Dr. Jamshed Kanga, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology740 Rose StLexington, KY 40536Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology740 Rose StLexington, KY 40536Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology7495 State Rd Ste 355Cincinnati, OH 45255Dr. Nemr Eid, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology411 E Chestnut StLouisville, KY 40202Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Scott Bickel, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology9880 Angies Way Ste 330Louisville, KY 40241Dr. Cassie Shipp, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology3333 Burnet AveCincinnati, OH 45229Patients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Narong Simakajornboon, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology3333 Burnet AveCincinnati, OH 45229