Pulmonary Hypertension Program
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Our Pulmonary Hypertension Program is one of very few pediatric programs in North America dedicated to the care and treatment of children with pulmonary hypertension, or high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs. We work with families throughout the United States and around the world who are looking for answers, second opinions and advanced treatment options for children with pulmonary hypertension.
At Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), your child will be cared for by recognized experts in pediatric pulmonary hypertension. We work closely with our world-leading Division of Pulmonary Medicine, as well as other specialties, to develop a treatment plan for your child based on their unique needs.
How we serve you
Pediatric pulmonary hypertension is a rare and complex disease that requires special expertise and experience to properly treat. Every member of your child's care team has a thorough understanding of this condition. We take a team approach to treatment, and we work closely with dedicated specialists across CHOP to develop advanced, innovative care.
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Why choose the pulmonary hypertension program
We treat more than 700 children with pulmonary hypertension each year, making us the most extensive pediatric pulmonary hypertension program in the country.
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Meet your team
Your child will be cared for by one of the most accomplished teams of pediatric pulmonary hypertension experts in the world, each with the same goal: to give your child the best possible care.
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Our research
We are actively researching new treatments to help improve the life of your child, and all children, with pulmonary hypertension.
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Pulmonary Hypertension Program resources
We created this list of resources to help you find answers to your questions and feel confident with the care you are providing your child.
Events
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Cardiology 2025
Wednesday, Feb 19, 2025
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Philly Spin-In
Saturday, Mar 08, 2025
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