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Best pulmonary doctors for interstitial lung disease
If you have received an interstitial lung disease or pulmonary fibrosis diagnosis, you need a specialist who truly understands your condition and treatment options.
- New and prove treatments
- High patient ratings
- The latest clinical trials
We’re at the forefront of our field.
At National Jewish Health for Kids our pediatric specialists understand that each child is unique. We take time to correctly diagnose each patient whether their condition is common or complex. Our team of doctors and nurses works with your family and primary care physician on a tailored treatment plan for your child.
Because our doctors are researchers too, your child has access to the latest clinical trials and most effective treatments.
Pulmonary Fibrosis Treatment
Learn more about treatments for interstitial lung diseases, including pulmonary fibrosis and IPF.
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Leaders in respiratory care as recognized by U.S. News & World Report
The interstitial lung disease services we offer:
Continued follow-ups for your changing needs
Customized treatment just for you
Caring lung specialists who listen to you
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Our cardiology team works together to provide comprehensive heart care.
Ron Balkissoon, MD, MSc, DIH, FRCPC
Dr. Ron Balkissoon is a pulmonologist who treats all lung diseases, including asthma, COPD, chronic cough and sarcoidosis.David A. Beuther, MD, PhD, FCCP
Dr. David Beuther is pulmonologist who treats all lung diseases, including asthma, chronic cough, dyspnea (shortness of breath) and COPD.James Brock, DO
Dr. James Brock is a fellowship-trained pediatric pulmonologist who cares for children with asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia & other respiratory conditions.Kevin K. Brown, MD
Dr. Kevin Brown is a pulmonologist and researcher with expertise in interstitial lung disease. He also serves as the Department of Medicine Chair.Carlyne D. Cool, MD
Carlyne D. Cool, MD, is a pathologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Cool is in the Division of Pathology and Department of Medicine.Joseph Cooley, DO
Dr. Joseph Cooley is a fellowship-trained pulmonologist who treats all lung diseases, including ARDS, COPD, shortness of breath and ILD.The latest in clinical trials
We're currently recruiting for the following cardiology clinical trials.
Biomarkers & Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis Progression
Are biomarkers in the blood of patients with hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP) predictive? Researchers understand if biomarkers can help doctors understand how quickly the disease will progress
Pulmonary Fibrosis & Genetic Factors
The purpose of this study is to investigate inherited genetic factors that play a role in the development of familial pulmonary fibrosis and to identify a group of genes that predispose individuals to develop pulmonary fibrosis.
Living with chronic lung disease
Get expert tips for managing your ILD/PF and avoiding triggers.
Pulmonary Fibrosis Treatment
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a broad category of lung diseases that includes more than 130 disorders. Common characteristics of ILD are scarring (pulmonary fibrosis) and/or inflammation of the lungs.
As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado, has vast experience in treating people with these rare and complex conditions. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to helping people with ILD and to developing new treatments to give you a better life.
National Jewish Health is a Specialized Center of Research for ILD, as designated by the National Institutes of Health. We work together to understand the causes of ILD and to develop new treatments. This ensures that you have access to the latest ILD clinical trials and most effective therapies.
Interstitial Lung Disease Care at National Jewish Health
At National Jewish Health, you’ll find:
- The latest clinical trials
- A focused and integrated approach
- State-of-the-art pulmonary testing and treatments
- Comprehensive pulmonary rehabilitation services
- Familial Pulmonary Fibrosis Genetic Counseling Program
- Support groups
Our team of doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, lab technicians and clinical research coordinators will create a detailed plan of diagnosis and care for you, based on the latest information available regarding ILD.
Insurance Information
National Jewish Health works with most health plans and is “in-network” for millions of people. However, depending on your specific plan, and/or if you live outside the state of Colorado, your health plan may determine that services at National Jewish are “out-of-network."
National Jewish Health can assist you in working with your health insurance provider to obtain authorization or approval to be seen at National Jewish Health.