Pediatric pulmonology at Peyton Manning Children's Hospital
Pediatric pulmonologists at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital have advanced expertise in diagnosing, managing and treating respiratory conditions in infants, children and teens. Using our dedicated pulmonary function lab, we are able to quickly diagnose even the most complex respiratory concerns or disorders. When you choose Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital, your child will have a care team of pediatric pulmonologists and specialized pediatric respiratory therapists. We also work with your child’s pediatrician to provide comprehensive care for your child.
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Diagnosing pediatric respiratory conditions
Your child’s first appointment starts with a conversation with your child’s doctor. To help make a diagnosis, your child’s doctor may recommend tests such as X-ray, pulmonary function tests (PFT), or other advanced tests. Together, we discuss your child’s diagnosis, treatment options and ongoing care. Then, we create a care plan that’s right for your child and family.
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Conditions treated in Indianapolis:
- Asthma
- Airway anomalies
- Bronchitis
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (when a baby’s lungs are irritated and do not develop normally)
- Chest wall disorders
- Congenital malformations in the lungs and airway
- Chronic aspiration
- Chronic cough
- Croup
- Lung infection, including pneumonia
- Lung lesions
- Neuromuscular disease
- Pneumonia
- Premature lung disease
- Pulmonary conditions related to sickle cell disease
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Recurrent lung infections
- Trach and ventilator requirements
- Wheezing
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Conditions treated in Evansville:
- Asthma
- Airway anomalies
- Bronchitis
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (when a baby’s lungs are irritated and do not develop normally)
- Chest wall disorders
- Congenital malformations in the lungs and airway
- Chronic aspiration
- Chronic cough
- Croup
- Lung infection, including pneumonia
- Lung lesions
- Neuromuscular disease
- Pneumonia
- Premature lung disease
- Pulmonary conditions related to sickle cell disease
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Recurrent lung infections
- Sleep apnea
- Wheezing
If your child’s condition is related to another health concern, your child’s care team works with pediatric specialists at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. Together, we deliver care that focuses on the whole child.
Get emergency care for respiratory distress
When your child is having trouble breathing, it's important to seek emergency care right away. If your child is showing signs of respiratory distress, call 911 or go to the nearest ER. Signs of respiratory distress may include increased breathing rate, color changes in the lips, face or nails, noisy breathing or grunting, and retractions (chest sinking below the neck with each inhale). Emergency rooms at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital and Ascension St. Vincent sites of care have pediatric care teams delivering care 24/7 for respiratory emergencies.