Nontuberculous Mycobacterial (NTM) Infections Program Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) infections are caused by a group of microorganisms known by several different names including MOTT (mycobacteria other than tuberculosis), atypical mycobacteria, and environmental mycobacteria (unlike TB which is spread from person to person, these organisms are usually acquired from water or soil). These infections are often difficult to diagnose because the organisms must be cultured in the laboratory on special media. They are also challenging to treat because they require multiple antibiotics for extended periods, usually months to years. In some cases surgery may be required to control or cure the infection. The NTM most frequently causes lung infections but can involve soft tissues, bones or lymph nodes. Species commonly seen in the U.S. include: M. avium, M. intracellulare, MAC, M. chelonae, M. abscessus, M. fortuitum, M. terrae, M. xenopi, M. simiae, M. marinum, M. szulgai, and M. malmoense. Our Program The doctors at National Jewish Health are internationally recognized experts in the diagnosis and care of patients with these infections. Our service provides a comprehensive evaluation and treatment for these cases. Patients may be evaluated as outpatients, or if evaluation and treatment is required, patients will be cared for in our state-of-the-art facility housed on the National Jewish Health campus. If you are a patient or a healthcare practitioner and would like to be seen or refer a patient to National Jewish Health, please select an option below. Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Request a Mycobacterial Consultation Related Programs Clinical Nutrition Services Division of Mycobacterial and Respiratory Infections Infectious Diseases Inpatient and Extended Outpatient Program NTM Center of Excellence Locate an NTM support group near you. Doctors Jared J. Eddy, MD + × Jared J. Eddy, MD Jared J. Eddy, MD, is an infectious disease physician at National Jewish Health. Dr. Eddy is in the Division of Mycobacterial and Respiratory Infections. Assistant Professor Director of Infection Prevention & Antimicrobial Stewardship Division of Mycobacterial & Respiratory Infections Department of Medicine View Full Profile Make an Appointment Charles L. Daley, MD + × Charles L. Daley, MD Charles L. Daley, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Daley serves as Chief of the Division of Mycobacterial and Respiratory Infections. Chief, Division of Mycobacterial & Respiratory Infections Professor Department of Medicine View Full Profile Make an Appointment Jane E. Gross, MD, PhD + × Jane E. Gross, MD, PhD Jane E. Gross, MD, PhD, is a pediatric pulmonologist in Denver. Dr. Gross specializes in adult and pediatric cystic fibrosis as well as pediatric lung diseases. Associate Professor Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Pediatrics Department of Medicine View Full Profile Make an Appointment Shannon H. Kasperbauer, MD + × Shannon H. Kasperbauer, MD Shannon H. Kasperbauer, MD, is an infectious disease physician at National Jewish Health. Dr. Kasperbauer is in the Department of Medicine. Associate Professor of Medicine Department of Medicine Division of Mycobacterial & Respiratory Infections View Full Profile Make an Appointment Michelle MacDonald, MS, RDN, CDE + × Michelle MacDonald, MS, RDN, CDE Michelle MacDonald, MS, is a clinical dietitian supervisor and certified diabetes educator at National Jewish Health. Ms. MacDonald is in the Section of Nephrology & Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition Services. Clinical Dietitian Supervisor Certified Diabetes Educator Clinical Nutrition Services Department of Medicine Section of Nephrology & Diabetology View Full Profile View all (5) doctors specializing in Nontuberculous Mycobacterial (NTM) Infections Program 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. 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 Make an Appointment Knee Surgery Found Hidden Lung Disease Cyndi Fonda, of Bozeman, Mont., like many Americans, thought she was just out of shape. A review of Cyndi’s pre-op chest X-ray suggested she could have a non-contagious condition related to tuberculosis called nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM). Read More View All Patient Stories
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 Make an Appointment
Knee Surgery Found Hidden Lung Disease Cyndi Fonda, of Bozeman, Mont., like many Americans, thought she was just out of shape. A review of Cyndi’s pre-op chest X-ray suggested she could have a non-contagious condition related to tuberculosis called nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM). Read More View All Patient Stories