Asthma (Pediatric)
The first symptoms of childhood asthma – heavy wheezing, tight chest and shortness of breath – can be frightening, especially in young children. Inflammation and increased sensitivity of the airways are common features of asthma, and can cause these symptoms in children.
In Denver, Colorado, and around the country, National Jewish Health for Kids is the trusted leader in caring for moderate or severe childhood asthma. As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, our program is designed to meet the rising demand for asthma care. Our pediatric asthma team brings together physicians, nurses, dietitians, physical and occupational therapists and others. These experts work together to create an individualized treatment plan for your child.
Our doctors are researchers too, so your child will have access to the latest pediatric asthma clinical trials and most effective treatments.
At National Jewish Health for Kids you’ll find:
- Advanced testing not available elsewhere
- Individualized treatment plans that reflect your child’s specific needs
- Rehabilitation services
- The latest in clinical trials
- Nutrition counseling and education
Condition Information
Asthma (Pediatric) OverviewPrograms & Services
Asthma Treatment Programs (Pediatric)Doctors
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Bruce G. Bender, PhD
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Mark Boguniewicz, MD
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Donna L. Bratton, MD
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James Brock, DO
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Divya Chauhan, MD
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Ronina A. Covar, MD
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Elizabeth M. Fan, PA-C
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Jessica Galant-Swafford, MD
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Elizabeth Gyorkos, PA-C
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Jessica Hui Beckman, MD
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Bruce J. Lanser, MD, MPH
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Donald Y M Leung, MD, PhD
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Michael Nevid, MD
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Nathan Rabinovitch, MD, MPH
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Kimberly Sack, MS, PT
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Jennifer L. Taylor-Cousar, MD, MSCS
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Pamela L. Zeitlin, MD, MPhil, PhD
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Reasons to Choose National Jewish Health
- The leading respiratory hospital in the nation and the only one devoted fully to the treatment of respiratory and related illnesses
- Ranked #1 or #2 in Pulmonology by U.S. News & World Report for 26 consecutive years
- Ranked in the top 5% of hospitals in the nation by HCAHPS
- Physicians consistently recognized among the best in the nation by multiple services, including Best Doctors in America and Castle Connolly
- Among the top 6% of organizations funded for research by the NIH, providing patients access to hundreds of active clinical trials
- 124-year history of focus on care, research and education serving patients from around the world with lung, heart, immune and related disorders
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Patient Stories
Wyoming Family Can’t Say Enough ‘Good Things’ About National Jewish Health
Christian McMackin no longer struggles for air. The youngster came to National Jewish Health in 2016 after his parents, Misti and Chris noticed that their son was coughing, wheezing and having difficulty breathing. After spending a week at the nation’s #1 respiratory hospital, Christian’s family had concrete answers about his condition. Misti continues to be pleased with the care her son receives at National Jewish Health and recommends the hospital to others dealing with asthma.