Paediatric Pulmonology Programme
Does your child experience chronic cough, wheezing, or difficulty breathing? The AKUH Paediatric Pulmonology Programme is dedicated to improving the lung health of children from newborns to adolescents. Our team of specialists provides comprehensive care for a wide range of respiratory conditions, ensuring your child receives the best possible treatment.
Conditions We Treat
Our programme treats a wide variety of respiratory concerns in children, including:
- Asthma
- Chronic cough
- Cystic fibrosis
- Recurrent pneumonia
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD)
- Sleep-disordered breathing
- Allergies affecting the respiratory system
- Congenital lung diseases
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of services to diagnose and manage your child's health, including:
- Diagnosis: We use advanced, non-invasive diagnostic tools like pulmonary function tests, as well as sleep studies and bronchoscopy to accurately identify your child's condition.
- Treatment: Our treatment plans are tailored to each child's needs and incorporate evidence-based interventions, medications, breathing treatments, and other therapies.
- Follow-up care: We provide ongoing monitoring and support to ensure your child's long-term health.
Our Multidisciplinary Team
Our programme brings together a team of specialists for your child's complete care:
- Paediatric pulmonologists: Specially trained doctors who diagnose and treat childhood respiratory illnesses.
- Paediatricians: General child health specialists who work alongside pulmonologists to provide comprehensive care.
- Respiratory therapists: Specialists trained in providing breathing treatments and helping children manage their conditions.
- Nurses: Provide compassionate care and patient education.
To learn more about our highly trained and skilled experts, search on Find a Doctor under the speciality of General Paediatrics.
We understand that respiratory problems in children can be stressful for families. The AKUH Paediatric Pulmonology Programme is here to partner with you in ensuring your child's lung health and well-being.
