Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine
Nationally recognized experts in common and complex breathing problems in children
Pulmonary Medicine at Monroe Carell provides your child with access to nationally recognized experts who specialize in pediatric breathing problems. With specialty clinics in Nashville, Franklin, Jackson, Spring Hill, Clarksville and Murfreesboro, our physicians care for your child with compassion and expertise.
Conditions We Treat
We treat all pediatric pulmonary conditions, including:
- Aerodigestive disorders
- Lung development disorders
- Neuroendocrine cell hyperplasia of infancy (NEHI)
Meet Your Care Team
Paul E. MooreMD
- Aerodigestive Diseases, Asthma, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Cystic Fibrosis, Pediatric Pulmonary Diseases, Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine
Eric D. AustinMD, MSCI
- Asthma, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine, Pulmonary Hypertension, Rare and Common Pediatric Pulmonary Diseases
Mohammad F. FaziliMD, MBBS
- Aerodigestive Diseases, Asthma, Chronic Mechanical Ventilation, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine, Sleep, Sleep Medicine
Anna M. BrownMSN, APRN, DNP, CPNP
- Asthma, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine, Pulmonary Hypertension, Rare and Common Pediatric Pulmonary Diseases
Cynthia Y. DriskillAPRN, MSN, CPNP
- Aerodigestive Diseases, Asthma, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Cystic Fibrosis, Pediatric Pulmonary Diseases, Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine
Why Choose Pulmonary Medicine at Monroe Carell
- Recognized care
U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked Monroe Carell's pulmonology department as one of the best in the nation. Our Cystic Fibrosis, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia and Pulmonary Hypertension programs are accredited pediatric centers.
- Specialized care
We provide expertise in the full spectrum of respiratory disorders that affect children, including aerodigestive disorders, asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), cystic fibrosis, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, primary ciliary dyskinesia, pulmonary hypertension, rare lung disease and sleep disorders.
- Advancement through research
Our providers are engaged in research studies and quality improvement efforts to improve the care of children with pulmonary disease. We are part of the Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia Collaborative. We also work with other pediatric pulmonary centers to find better ways to diagnose and treat PCD. And we're part of Vanderbilt's Pediatric Pulmonary Vascular Disease Clinical and Research Program.
- Dedicated respiratory therapists
Our dedicated respiratory therapists provide an additional level of care for children who have breathing concerns.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- Chest X-ray
- Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes screening
- Exercise challenge test
- Lung biopsy