Doctors and services — Pediatric Pulmonologist

Pediatric Pulmonologist — what to know

A paediatric pulmonologist deals with the lungs and breathing in children. Parents see one for a cough that lasts or keeps coming back, wheezing, shortness of breath, frequent bronchitis or pneumonia, and asthma. The visit often includes a breathing test (spirometry) when the child is old enough.

What happens at the visit

The doctor asks when and in what circumstances the cough and breathlessness appear, listens to the lungs and examines the nose and throat. When needed, they order an X-ray, allergy tests or blood tests.

Before the visit

Bring an identity document, the results of earlier tests and any discharge summaries, and a list of the medicines you take.

Bring earlier X-rays and discharge summaries. Bring the inhaler and spacer the child uses, to show how you use them.

Visits paid by НЗОК (NHIF)

A specialist visit paid by НЗОК (NHIF) usually needs a referral from your GP; a referral is valid for 30 days. A paid visit is possible without one. Whether the doctor sees НЗОК patients, which health funds they work with and the price are on their profile.

Source: NHIF (nhif.bg)

Updated on 10/11/2026

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