Delivering Top-Ranked Pediatric Lung Disease Care

If your child has been diagnosed with a lung condition or pediatric lung disease, we are the right choice for care. Our division is one of the largest, and the #1 Pulmonology and Lung Surgery program in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.

We have assembled a team of experts from a range of specialties − including:

• Asthma
• Upper airway abnormalities
• Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
• Bronchoscopy
• Cystic fibrosis
• Pediatric Lung Transplant
• Pediatric rare lung diseases
• Neuromuscular disorders
• Pulmonary function testing
• Pediatric home ventilation
• Pediatric sleep disorders

All our teams work together with one goal in mind: to provide the best possible evaluation and treatment of your child’s lung problems.

Why Choose Us

Nationally Ranked Care

Cincinnati Children’s is a top ranked children’s hospital for 15+ years, and the #1 Pulmonology and Lung Surgery Program in the nation by U.S. News & World Report (2024-25). Our team offers exceptional care for a wide range of pediatric lung conditions. Each year, our specialists conduct nearly 40,000 patient visits and treat thousands of children from across the nation and around the world.

Leading-Edge Programs & Centers

From Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) to Asthma and Cystic Fibrosis, we have specialized centers with expert teams and innovative treatment approaches. Our Pediatric Lung Transplant program is one of the most robust in the nation, one of a few in the country capable of performing transplants as small as 11 pounds. We’re also one of the largest pediatric pulmonology programs, teaching the next generation of lung specialists. Learn about all of our specialized programs.

Personalized Care & Proven Results

Cincinnati Children's focuses on creating a personalized care plan for each child. Our specialists have a history of achieving positive outcomes, including a significant reduction in hospital readmissions and complications for patients with BPD and asthma.

Research Delivered to Your Child’s Bedside

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is a leader in medical research as a top-5 institution in NIH funding, receiving more than $169 million in 2023 alone. The division of Pulmonary Medicine is dedicated to research to ensure progress in the treatment and management of lung diseases in children. Each of our specialty programs and centers are involved in projects to continue this progress. The division of Pulmonary Medicine received more than $17 million in research funding in 2023, contributing to the publication of more than 150 research publications. Learn more about our research efforts in lung disease.

A Team Approach to Care

Collaboration is power. Our specialty programs act as hubs where multiple divisions collaborate on patient cases to ensure the most comprehensive care plan is designed. Our partners in care include Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Surgery, Otolaryngology (ENT), Pathology and Rehabilitation Medicine. Our division partners with other top-ranked programs, such as Gastroenterology (#1) and Neonatology (Top 10).

The division of Pulmonary Medicine is also a component of the Cincinnati Children’s Aerodigestive and Esophageal Center, an integrated program that provides care to children with complex airway, pulmonary, sleep and upper digestive tract disorders.