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Pulmonary Hypertension Program

Pulmonary hypertension impacts blood pressure in the lungs, presenting significant challenges to both lung and heart health in pediatric patients. We provide advanced expertise and specialized care to manage this complex condition. Our team is dedicated to delivering the highest level of care to enhance the wellbeing and quality of life for children with pulmonary hypertension.

About Us

Pulmonary hypertension in children occurs when the arteries carrying blood from the heart become narrow or stiff, causing the heart to work harder to pump blood through the lungs. Over time, this can lead to significant heart and lung damage and potentially life-threatening complications.

Our multispecialty team of pediatric pulmonologists and cardiologists specializes in diagnosing and managing pulmonary hypertension and its related complications in children. The Pulmonary Hypertension Program, led by board-certified experts in both lung and heart conditions, provides comprehensive high-level care tailored to the unique needs of pediatric patients.

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Contact Us

Pulmonary Hypertension Program

Phone:

402.955.6799

Fax:

402.955.4356

Providers' Priority Line

Phone:

855.850.5437

Additional Information:

The Providers' Priority Line is your 24-hour link to pediatric specialists at Children’s for emergency and urgent consults, physician-to-physician consults, admissions and transport services.

Conditions We Treat

We diagnose and treat many types of pediatric pulmonary hypertension in children of all ages.

Meet Our Providers

Get to know our team of experts who offer compassionate and comprehensive care for children with pulmonary hypertension.

Treatments and Services

There is no cure for pulmonary hypertension, but treatment goals include managing symptoms, stopping hypertension from getting worse and preventing potential complications, including heart failure. Providers will also treat any related conditions that may cause or worsen hypertension. Treatment options include:

Locations

Our treatment locations are conveniently located to serve children and families with heart and lung conditions. In addition to these locations, Children's Pulmonary Hypertension team offers Telehealth appointments.

Children’s Nebraska Specialty Pediatric Clinic – Sioux City

5500 Sergeant Road Suite 100, Sioux City, IA 51106
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Children’s Nebraska

8200 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68114
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What Sets Us Apart

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Multispecialty Care

Children's is the only full-service specialty pediatric center in the state solely dedicated to pediatrics. Our experts understand the unique care that children need.

Comprehensive Care

We collaborate across medical specialties to provide highly personalized care, services and support for children and families.

Awards and Honors

First Pediatric Regional Clinic Program (RCP)

Children’s was recognized as the first program of its kind accredited by the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA)