Asthma (Pediatric) Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question 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 Learn more about Asthma Treatment Programs. 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Zeitlin, MD, MPhil, PhD + × Pamela L. Zeitlin, MD, MPhil, PhD Pamela L. Zeitlin, MD, is a pediatric pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Zeitlin serves as Chair of the Department of Pediatrics. Silverstein Chair, Department of Pediatrics Professor of Pediatrics View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Carah B. Santos, MD + × Carah B. Santos, MD Carah B. Santos, MD, is an allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Santos is in the Department of Pediatrics and Department of Medicine. Assistant Professor Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Pediatrics Division of Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Medicine View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Donald Y M Leung, PhD, MD + × Donald Y M Leung, PhD, MD Donald Y M Leung, MD, PhD, is a Distinguished Professor of Pediatrics, allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Leung serves as Division Head of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Distinguished Professor Head, Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Make an Appointment Jennifer L. Taylor-Cousar, MD, MSCS + × Jennifer L. Taylor-Cousar, MD, MSCS Jennifer L. Taylor-Cousar, MD, is a pediatric and adult pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Taylor-Cousar sees pediatric and adult pulmonary patients. Medical Director, Clinical Research Services Co-Director, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program Director, Cystic Fibrosis Therapeutics Development Center Adult Program Professor Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Loading... 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Clinical Trials Identifying Characteristics and Patterns of Asthma Our researchers are working to identify the clinical, physiologic, genetic and molecular characteristics of asthmatics. Learn More View More Clinical Trials Improving Asthma Treatment Using Video Chat PrecISE Severe Asthma Interventions
Patient Stories Back in the Game Last spring, eight-year-old Genesis Avila began waking up during the night struggling to breathe. Her rescue inhaler, designed to relax the airways and allow air to move in and out of the lungs, was not helping. Read More View All Patient Stories