Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) (Pediatric) Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question The vocal cords vibrate from exhaled air to produce noise and voice. Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD), also known as Paradoxical Vocal Cord Motion (PVCM), is a result of abnormal closing of the vocal cords, unlike asthma, which results from inflammation of the airways. Because the symptoms of VCD and asthma are similar, VCD is often mistaken for asthma. As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, National Jewish Health for Kids in Denver, Colorado, offers programs to treat your child’s VCD. Our long-standing specialization in respiratory diseases has been instrumental to our success in treating VCD. Our multidisciplinary team works together to develop a customized treatment program for your child. Our doctors are researchers too, and are continuing to discover more about VCD, so your child will have access to the latest clinical trials and most effective treatments. Our comprehensive program offers many services for you and your child: The latest in clinical trials Novel and advanced VCD testing A therapy plan customized for your child Comprehensive speech therapy In-depth, one-on-one teaching, including training in self-care Continued follow-up to treat your child’s changing needs Learn more about our Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) Treatment Programs. 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Covar, MD + × Ronina A. Covar, MD Ronina A. Covar, MD, is a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Covar is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology. Associate Co-Director, The Cohen Family Asthma Institute Head, Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology Consult Service Associate Professor Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment J. Tod Olin, MD, MSCS + × J. Tod Olin, MD, MSCS J. Tod Olin, MD, is a pulmonologist specializing in exercise medicine at National Jewish Health. Dr. Olin is in the Department of Pediatrics and Department of Medicine. Associate Professor Director, Exercise and Performance Breathing Center Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Department of Pediatrics Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Loading... 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