When children have trouble breathing, they can suffer in so many ways. It can be hard to concentrate at school, challenging to keep up with sports or activities, and difficult to get a good night’s sleep. For some kids, severe breathing problems can even be life-threatening.

Mercy Kids pediatric pulmonology experts are specially trained to care for children with breathing disorders. Our board-certified pulmonologists diagnose and treat a comprehensive range of conditions that affect the lungs and respiratory system. In many cases, Mercy pediatricians can help children and their families pinpoint the cause of conditions like allergies and asthma, and learn to prevent or minimize future problems. Additionally, Mercy Kids Pediatric Pulmonologists are all board certified in pediatric sleep medicine, and can diagnose and treat a myriad of disorders affecting your child’s sleep

Mercy physicians diagnose pulmonary conditions using a variety of advanced tests and procedures, including allergy skin testing, pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy and polysomnography (sleep study). We provide inpatient and outpatient care for children with respiratory conditions including: