Asthma Treatment Programs (Pediatric) Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question If your child has asthma, seek the best care possible. Whether your child has mild, moderate or severe asthma, having a pediatric asthma specialist assess and treat his or her specific needs can mean your child can get healthier, faster. Our pediatric specialists are the best in their fields, working in an environment dedicated to meeting the rising demand for asthma care. Our comprehensive program offers patients and their families a multidisciplinary approach to the evaluation and management of their asthma. Our Pediatric Asthma Treatment Programs offer: Evaluation for allergies and other triggers Diagnostic tests not available elsewhere Individualized treatment plans that reflect each child’s specific needs Rehabilitation services, including pulmonary rehabilitation and occupational therapy Nutrition counseling and education Psychological assessment and treatment Art therapy programs Pediatric Severe Asthma Clinic At National Jewish Health, you and your child have the support of the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. Families come here from around the world to receive treatment they can’t find anywhere else. There are two programs that children with asthma can enter at National Jewish Health to receive treatment based on the severity of their asthma and the level of difficulty in managing their disease: The Pediatric Outpatient Clinic and the Pediatric Day Program. Reasons to Visit National Jewish Health The management of asthma can vary based on the particular child; education and regular treatments can help to successfully control it. Any one of the following is a good reason to see the National Jewish Health for Kids asthma team: Asthma interferes with the ability to sleep or perform daily activities Asthma is not well controlled Interfering with exercise and/or sports Needing a lot of rescue medications Concerns about medications used to treat asthma Wanting to know if allergies are playing a role Regular doctor suggests an evaluation Wanting to participate in research studies to learn more about asthma and new treatments Related Programs The Cohen Family Asthma Institute Division of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology Division of Pediatric Behavioral Health Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Exercise Tolerance Center Rehabilitation Services Doctors Jane E. Gross, MD, PhD + × Jane E. Gross, MD, PhD Jane E. Gross, MD, PhD, is a pediatric pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Gross is in the Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine. Assistant Professor Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Make an Appointment Donna L. Bratton, MD + × Donna L. Bratton, MD Donna L. Bratton, MD, is an allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Bratton is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Professor Catherine Kramer Foundation Scientist Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Make an Appointment Elizabeth M. Fan, PA-C + × Elizabeth M. Fan, PA-C Elizabeth M. Fan, PA-C, is a pediatric physician assistant at National Jewish Health. Ms. Fan is in the Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine. Physician Assistant Department of Pediatrics Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine View Full Profile Make an Appointment Donald Y M Leung, PhD, MD + × Donald Y M Leung, PhD, MD Donald Y M Leung, PhD, is an allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Leung serves as Division Head of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Professor Head, Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Make an Appointment Mark Boguniewicz, MD + × Mark Boguniewicz, MD Mark Boguniewicz, MD, is a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. He is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Professor Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Make an Appointment Pamela L. 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 Make an Appointment Ronina A. Covar, MD + × Ronina A. Covar, MD Ronina A. Covar, MD, is a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Covar serves as Associate Co-Director of The Cohen Family Asthma Institute and the Head of Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology Consult Service. 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 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 Make an Appointment Bruce J. Lanser, MD + × Bruce J. Lanser, MD Bruce J. Lanser MD is a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Lanser is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Assistant Professor Director, Pediatric Food Allergy Program Associate Director, Pediatric Allergy Fellowship Program Department of Pediatrics Division of Allergy & Clinical Immunology View Full Profile Make an Appointment View all (9) doctors specializing in Asthma Treatment Programs (Pediatric) Find a Doctor Clinical Trials For more than 100 years, National Jewish Health has been committed to finding new treatments and cures for diseases. Search our clinical trials. Combination Therapy for Pediatric Asthma Patients Our researchers are studying an investigational combination of medications, one used to treat asthma in adults and the other not yet approved to treat adult asthma, to determine if it can improve symptoms and lung function in asthma patients age 5 to 17. Learn More View More Clinical Trials Identifying Characteristics and Patterns of Asthma MANDALA Asthma Study Teens Age 12-17 with Asthma 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 as one of the top two hospitals in pulmonology every year since U.S. News & World Report included this category in its annual “Best Hospitals” survey Ranked in the top 1 percent 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 percent of organizations funded for research by the NIH, providing patients access to more than 300 active clinical trials 121-year history of focus on care, research and education serving thousands of patients with lung, heart, immune and related disorders Make an Appointment ‘We love National Jewish Health’ Tye Adams’ asthma, sinus and reflux problems were so severe that doctors in Texas were running out of treatment options. The family turned to National Jewish Health. Now, his conditions are under control and he is active – playing sports and jumping on the trampoline. Read More View All Patient Stories We Are Open and Here for You × Our specialty care clinics for adults and children are open and ready to serve you. Your health is important, and that means taking care of your existing health care issues. Please note that as we schedule appointments, including necessary procedures, we’re taking every precaution possible to ensure it’s safe to see your doctor. Call 303.398.1355 or make an appointment online. Expanded COVID-19 Testing and Care Available Acute Respiratory Clinics for adults and children, and a Respiratory Recovery Clinic for those recovering from COVID-19 are available. Online Telehealth appointments and in office appointments are always available for our patients in need of care. 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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 as one of the top two hospitals in pulmonology every year since U.S. News & World Report included this category in its annual “Best Hospitals” survey Ranked in the top 1 percent 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 percent of organizations funded for research by the NIH, providing patients access to more than 300 active clinical trials 121-year history of focus on care, research and education serving thousands of patients with lung, heart, immune and related disorders Make an Appointment
‘We love National Jewish Health’ Tye Adams’ asthma, sinus and reflux problems were so severe that doctors in Texas were running out of treatment options. The family turned to National Jewish Health. Now, his conditions are under control and he is active – playing sports and jumping on the trampoline. Read More View All Patient Stories