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Get the best pediatric asthma care.

Our pediatric asthma specialists are the leaders in diagnosing and treating asthma. From mild-to-severe asthma, we help children breathe easier and get back to being kids.

  • Advanced diagnostic tools
  • One-on-one education and counseling
  • Customized treatment plan
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We help kids of all ages breathe easier.

At National Jewish Health for Kids in Denver, we offer advanced testing, individualized care and the latest in asthma treatment to help kids breathe easier. Our multidisciplinary asthma care team takes the time to understand each child’s unique condition. From mild to severe asthma, we develop a plan of care that will allow your child to be as symptom-free as possible.

Our pediatric allergists are researchers too, so your child will have access to the latest asthma clinical trials and most effective treatments.

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Helping you take control of your child's food allergies.

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The pediatric asthma services we offer:

Advanced testing for an accurate diagnosis

Advanced testing for an accurate diagnosis

Evaluation of specific asthma triggers

Evaluation of specific asthma triggers

Comprehensive and clear asthma action plan

Comprehensive and clear asthma action plan

Access to the latest asthma treatments

Access to the latest asthma treatments

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Our pediatric team works together to provide comprehensive care for food allergies.

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Sofi Abraham, NP

Sofi Abraham is a nurse practitioner who treats all cancers in adults, including breast, colorectal, lung, leukemia, lymphoma and multiple myeloma.
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Rafeul Alam, MD, PhD

Dr. Rafeul Alam is a fellowship-trained allergist & immunologist. He treats allergies, asthma & immune disorders. He also serves as chair of the A/I Division.
Mark S. Aloia, PhD

Mark S. Aloia, PhD

Mark S. Aloia, PhD, is a research psychologist at National Jewish Health. His research is focused on sleep apnea and insomnia.
Ankie Amos

Ankie Amos, MD, FACC

Dr. Ankie Amos is a fellowship-trained cardiologist who has advanced training as a heart failure specialist.
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Kathleen Anderson, PT, DPT

Kathleen Anderson is a physical therapist who treats patients in pulmonary and vestibular rehabilitation and those needing general physical therapy.
Arash Babaei, MD

Arash Babaei, MD

Dr. Arash Babaei is a fellowship-trained, gastroenterologist who treats esophageal disorders, diverticulosis and diverticulitis.
Ali Bakke

Ali Bakke, MA, CCC-SLP

Ali Bakke is a speech language pathologist who treats chronic cough, EILO, vocal cord dysfunction and other speech and language impairments.
Ron Balkissoon, MD, MSc, DIH, FRCPC

Ron Balkissoon, MD, MSc, DIH, FRCPC

Dr. Ron Balkissoon is a pulmonologist who treats all lung diseases, including asthma, COPD, chronic cough and sarcoidosis.
Tami J. Bang, MD

Tami J. Bang, MD

Tami J. Bang, MD, is a radiologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Bang is in the Department of Radiology.
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Elin Bartell, MD

Elin Bartell, MD, is an Emergency Medicine Specialist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Bartell is in the Division of Specialty Services.

The latest in clinical trials

We're currently recruiting for the following pediatric food allergy clinical trials:

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Understanding Skin Problems from Eczema and Food Allergies

Researchers are studying the differences in the skin and immune cells of people with food allergies and eczema, and those without.

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Understanding Allergy Development in Infants

Researchers want to know what causes food allergies, eczema and wheezing in infants. If you’re pregnant, you may be able to help find the answer.

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Patient Success Stories

Christian McMackin

“National Jewish Health is helpful in managing Christian’s symptoms rather than just treating them...I would recommend anybody having issues go to National Jewish Health. We just appreciate everything they’ve done for us.” Misti, mother

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Teen Returned to Health After Sudden Onset of Several Serious Conditions

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National Jewish Health Gave Noah Fitzsimmons ‘Second Chance at Being Normal’

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Living with pediatric asthma

Get expert tips for managing your child's asthma and avoiding triggers.