Kingwood Medical CenterHouston Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Associates
At Houston Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Associates, our mission is to provide comprehensive care to children in the Greater Houston Area with breathing and sleep disorders. We endeavor to make our practice a model for family-centered care in the community by providing state-of-the-art services in a compassionate and nurturing environment. Please take the opportunity to read about our practice and services and learn more about how your child can be evaluated at our center.
What Is a Pediatric Pulmonologist ?
If your child has breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs, a Pediatric Pulmonologist has the experience and qualifications to treat your child. Pediatric pulmonologists diagnose, treat, and manage children from birth to 18 years old with breathing and lung diseases.
What Types of Conditions Does a Pediatric Pulmonologist Treat ?
Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with the following conditions:
- Chronic cough
- Difficulty breathing
- Recurring pneumonia (infection of the lungs)
- Asthma (chronic inflammation of the airways)
- Apnea (when a child’s breathing stops for a prolonged time)
- Chronic lung disease in premature infants
- Noisy breathing / wheezing
- Conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home
If your pediatrician or family doctor suggests that your child needs to see a pediatric pulmonologist, you can be assured that your child will receive the best possible care.
