Pediatric Specialties
Pediatric pulmonology
Severe asthma clinic
The severe asthma clinic provides comprehensive and multidisciplinary care for pediatric patients with severe and treatment resistant asthma. Our team consists of dedicated physicians trained in pediatric pulmonology, and allergy and immunology, respiratory therapists, certified asthma educators, social workers, pulmonary nurses, and clinical pharmacists. The aim of this clinic is to confirm the diagnosis of asthma, identify factors impacting the severity of symptoms, and optimize the treatment plan.
Diagnostics
Our diagnostic tools often include:
- Complete pulmonary function testing
- Blood work
- Radiological studies such as chest X-ray or CT scan of the chest
- Bronchoscopy
- Allergy testing
- Home evaluation, in some cases
Treatment options
Severe or treatment-resistant asthma options include:
- Steroid and non-steroid inhalers
- Leukotriene Inhibitors
- Long-acting Muscarinic Antagonist
- Monoclonal Antibodies (Biologics)
An individualized treatment plan is created in partnership between the physicians and patients based on their needs and preferences. Patients and their families will receive personalized asthma education and resources during the clinic visit to enhance their understanding of their diagnosis.
Referrals and appointments
Clinic information
Referring physicians and families can contact us to find out more about our pediatric pulmonary and multidisciplinary clinics and sleep services, which include:
- Severe asthma clinic
- Pediatric cystic fibrosis program
- Pediatric aerodigestive clinic
- Pediatric pulmonary hypertension clinic
- Pediatric sleep services
Pediatric Pulmonology Clinic
2521 Stockton Boulevard, 3rd Floor
Sacramento, CA
The pediatric pulmonology clinic is located in the Glassrock Building on the UC Davis Health campus.
View map and directionsFor physician referrals or appointments
To see one of our specialists, a referral is required from your child’s primary care physician.
