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Best pulmonary doctors for lungs and breathing
Whether you have a lung disease that is often seen or one that is rare, our team of specialists is ready to meet your needs.
- Specialized pulmonary clinics
- High patient ratings
- The latest clinical trials
Our lung specialists are at the forefront of medicine and science.
National Jewish Health is the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. Based in Denver, Colorado our specialty pulmonary clinics offer customized care for asthma, sleep disorders, lung cancer, COPD, cystic fibrosis and more.
Because our pulmonary doctors are researchers too, you have access to the latest clinical trials and most effective treatments.
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Leaders in respiratory care as recognized by U.S. News & World Report
The lung and breathing services we offer.
Advanced pulmonary testing for an accurate diagnosis
Caring lung specialists who listen to you
Treatment customized just for you
Continued follow-ups for your changing needs
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Ron Balkissoon, MD, MSc, DIH, FRCPC
Dr. Ron Balkissoon is a pulmonologist who treats all lung diseases, including asthma, COPD, chronic cough and sarcoidosis.David A. Beuther, MD, PhD, FCCP
Dr. David Beuther is pulmonologist who treats all lung diseases, including asthma, chronic cough, dyspnea (shortness of breath) and COPD.James Brock, DO
Dr. James Brock is a fellowship-trained pediatric pulmonologist who cares for children with asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia & other respiratory conditions.Kevin K. Brown, MD
Dr. Kevin Brown is a pulmonologist and researcher with expertise in interstitial lung disease. He also serves as the Department of Medicine Chair.Patient Success Stories
“I wanted to say thank you for what National Jewish Health did for my family and me so many years ago,” Buron said. “Achieving this milestone would not have been possible without the incredible care I received as a child.”
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Insurance Information
National Jewish Health works with most health plans and is “in-network” for millions of people. However, depending on your specific plan, and/or if you live outside the state of Colorado, your health plan may determine that services at National Jewish are “out-of-network."
National Jewish Health can assist you in working with your health insurance provider to obtain authorization or approval to be seen at National Jewish Health.
Our respiratory treatment programs include:
As the leading respiratory hospital in the U.S., National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado, is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in the care and treatment of pulmonary (lung) diseases.
Whether you have a lung disease that is common or one that is extremely rare, our multidisciplinary team is ready to meet your needs. We treat all pulmonary diseases with a program designed especially for you. Our many specialty programs offer customized care in everything from asthma to sleep disorders to COPD and cystic fibrosis.
We also conduct research into many lung diseases and related conditions. This assures you have access to the latest, most advanced clinical trials and most effective treatments.
Respiratory Care at National Jewish Health
At National Jewish Health, you’ll find
- The latest in clinical trials
- A focused and integrated approach
- State-of-the-art testing
- A therapy plan designed for you
- Many specialty programs, including the largest adult cystic fibrosis center in the U.S. and Denver’s oldest and most comprehensive sleep medicine program
Our pulmonologists and multidisciplinary team work together to make sure you receive comprehensive evaluation and treatment. Our pulmonology programs are designed to improve your quality of life, as well as to reduce your long-term treatment costs.