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.
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 pulmonologists and 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 pulmonologists. 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.
Expert Second Opinions
Cincinnati Children’s welcomes patients for second opinions about lung conditions and treatments. Second opinions help you understand all available treatment options and make a more informed decision about which treatment is best. Many people seek a second opinion to confirm the treatments offered by their current care team. Others look for second opinions when a condition hasn’t responded well to initial treatment. Learn more about second opinions.
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.
