About Us
The Cystic Fibrosis and Pulmonary Center at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital is one of only a few nationally accredited Cystic Fibrosis Centers in Florida, and the only facility of its kind in Broward County.
Since 1993, the Center has provided a multidisciplinary approach to meet the complex needs of patients with pulmonary conditions, as well as cystic fibrosis patients and their families. The Center also offers pediatric services for a multitude of pulmonary conditions affecting children. Our physicians offer years of experience treating different lung conditions affecting children of all ages, including those related to sleep disorders.
Our board-certified pulmonologists and pediatricians specialize in evaluating, treating and managing chronic pulmonary disorders. Our pediatric pulmonologists are extensively trained in pulmonary conditions and we offer a multidisciplinary approach to chronic pulmonary disorders. Other members of our team include pediatric gastroenterologists, a geneticist, licensed nutritionist, licensed and certified social worker, nurse practitioner, registered nurses and respiratory therapists.
Tips
- Bring your child's medical records
- Have the name & phone of your child's physician handy
- Let the medical personnel know of any allergies
- Try to leave siblings at home if possible
