A pulmonologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and management of conditions of the lungs, airways and respiratory system. At Children’s, our pediatric pulmonologists understand that kids and teens aren’t just small adults. Their growing lungs and airways present unique challenges. Our expertise helps us anticipate the needs of kids and teens with respiratory conditions so that we can create unique treatment plans to work towards the best outcome and help them live a healthy, active life.
We know you want the best care for your child’s lungs. At Children’s, you’ll find it. As Georgia’s only nationally ranked pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery program, our team of pediatric pulmonologists, advanced practice providers, nurses and other specialists are trained to diagnose, treat and manage all respiratory conditions in children, from common to complex. Whether your child needs care for a respiratory illness such as RSV or a chronic condition such as asthma, you can be confident that your child is being cared for by one of the country’s leading pulmonary teams.
- Nationally ranked care: The Children’s Pulmonology Program is the only nationally ranked pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery program in Georgia. Your child will have access to highly skilled pulmonologists, advanced practice providers and other specialists close to home.
- Coordinated treatment: At Children’s, we understand that conditions of the lungs and airways need a team-based approach to care. Our pediatric pulmonologists coordinate care with cardiologists, surgeons, sleep medicine and other specialists to help children live a healthy life. We guide patients through each stage of treatment, providing support services and educational resources during your child’s journey.
- Pulmonology research: As a leader in pulmonology research, we are seeking new innovative ways to diagnose and treat lung disease and improve outcomes in children.
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Read moreAt Children’s, our pediatric pulmonologists specialize in the diagnosis, treatment and management of a wide range of conditions and illnesses of the lungs and airways. Some of the conditions we treat include:
- Asthma.
- Bronchiolitis.
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
- Chest pain.
- Chronic cough.
- Chronic lung disease.
- Chronic respiratory failure and ventilator dependence.
- Congenital abnormalities of the respiratory tract.
- Cystic fibrosis.
- Interstitial lung disease.
- Persistent cough.
- Pneumonia.
- Pulmonary hypertension.
- Recurrent and persistent wheezing.
- Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) bronchiolitis.
- Shortness of breath at rest or with exercise.
- Stridor and noisy breathing.
Pulmonology Research
As a national leader in pediatric pulmonology, Children’s advances care through groundbreaking research like expanding the Georgia Cystic Fibrosis Data Warehouse and utilizing the largest population of children with sickle cell disease in the U.S. to improve outcomes for more than 19,000 patients.
Learn About Our ResearchAt Children’s, we offer comprehensive tests, services and therapies to children and teens who have pulmonary disorders.
Pulmonology tests
- Exercise challenge
- Inhalant medicine and respiratory therapy review
- Lung volume testing
- Plethysmography test
- Spirometry
Pulmonology services
- i-STAT testing
- Influenza injections
- Methacholine challenge
- NIOX testing
- Nutritional consultations
- Phlebotomies
- Stress test
At Children’s, we understand children—not just their respiratory systems. We deliver coordinated respiratory care and comprehensive resources for patients through our specialized pulmonology programs and multidisciplinary clinics.
- Aerodigestive Clinic: Our team is dedicated to finding the right answers and treatments for children with complex conditions of the airways, pulmonary tract and upper digestive tract.
- Diaphragm Pacing Program: Our team provides the diaphragm pacing system for children with congenital central hypoventilation syndrome (CCHS). This unique treatment uses an electronic device to help improve a child’s breathing, possibly eliminating the need for a ventilator part time or full time.
- High-Risk Asthma Program: This program offers a multidisciplinary, holistic approach to the care of children who have severe asthma. The program aims to ensure asthma control and improve quality of life for these children.
- Muscular Dystrophy Clinic: This clinic provides comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for children with neuromuscular disorders.
- Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Clinic: Children’s is one of only a few hospitals in the Southeast with the pediatric expertise and tools to diagnose and manage PCD in children.
- Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic: Our team offers children comprehensive evaluation and management of pulmonary hypertension. Services include assessments, long-term treatment and follow-up care.
- Sickle Cell Disease Clinic: Our multidisciplinary team offers 24-hour acute care, health maintenance services, new patient evaluations, patient counseling and education, newborn screening, chronic transfusion services, and transcranial Doppler ultrasound testing for stroke prevention.
- Technology-Dependent Clinic: This clinic manages children who have a variety of disorders that require some form of respiratory support. We treat a range of conditions, including chronic respiratory failure.
Our pediatric pulmonologists and advanced practice providers are dedicated to the health and well-being of children from birth to 21 years of age, and work together to provide comprehensive lung care for your child.
- Ann-Marie Brooks, MD, FAAP
- Rafael Cilloniz-Guerrerro, MD
- Allan Dias, MD
- Kimberly Dickinson, MD
- Mary Ellen Fain, MD
- Yaron Fireizen, MD
- Nicholas Fitzpatrick, MD
- Lokesh Guglani, MD
- Kelly Hady, MD
- Matthew Hazen, MD
- Carolyn Henderson, MD
- Ajay Kasi, MD
- Sophia Kim, MD
- LaTresa Lang, MD
- Burt Lesnick, MD, FAAP
- Rachel Linnemann, MD
- Patricia Martin-Hoyt, MD
- Jonathan Popler, MD
- Eric Price, MD
- Julia Sedor, MD
- Amit Shah, MD
- Samar Shah, MD
- Sheel Shah, MD
- Dawn M. Simon, MD
- Brittany Truitt, MD
- Snehal Vala, MD
- MacKenzie Wyatt, MD
- Michelle Yoo, MD
Midlevel Providers
- Brooke Allman, PA-C
- Sealling Arounnarath, CPNP
- Brie Batchelor Baxter, CPNP
- Maria Espinosa, PA-C
- Sharon Golubic, CPNP
- Adriana Hall, CPNP
- Austin Kwarsick, PA-C
- Elizabeth "Janey" Lackey, NP
- Erin McCartney, PA-C
- Michelle McKinnon, NP
- Kevin Montgomery, PA-C
- Haley Reynolds, PA-C
- Ansley Rogale, PA-C
- Brian Wingrove, PA-C
- Kun Hui Yi, CPNP
We offer outpatient clinics in locations across metro Atlanta and in surrounding communities.
Center for Advanced Pediatrics
2174 North Druid Hills Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
Children's at Mount Vernon Highway
859 Mount Vernon Highway NE, Suite 300
Atlanta, GA 30328
Children's at Hamilton Creek
2240 Hamilton Creek Parkway, Suite 600
Dacula, GA 30019
Town Center Outpatient Care Center
605 Big Shanty Road NW
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Hughes Spalding Hospital
35 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive SE
Atlanta, GA 30303
