Best Pediatric Pulmonologist in Suffolk County and Nassau County

Dr. Shukla proudly serves residents of Suffolk County and Nassau County as a leading expert in pediatric pulmonology. He provides compassionate asthma treatment for kids across NYC, helping kids and teens breathe easier. We welcome patients from across the region to visit for access to top-tier pediatric pulmonology.

Expert in Treating Asthma for Kids in Hicksville and Huntington Station

Dr. Shukla has worked for years as a pediatric pulmonologist for communities across New York. While he treats all ages, he specializes in respiratory care for patients from 0 to 21 years of age. Childhood is a time of many critical developments, with many hindered by asthma. Treating childhood asthma can help our child develop increased activity and a healthier foundation for a lifetime.

He delivers personalized care to each patient, adapting treatment for each unique patient from Suffolk County and Nassau County. Healthier lungs allow children to better cross developmental milestones, engage with peer activities, and live an overall healthier life. Even mild asthma can limit childhood activities and energy levels.

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America’s Most Honored Professionals 2017 – Top 1%
Voted Best Doctor in 2018 by CastleConnolly
Compassionate Doctor Recognition
(2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018)
Compassionate Doctor Award – 5 Year Honoree
(2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018)
Patients’ Choice Award
(2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018)
Patients’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award
(2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018)
On-Time Doctor Award
(2009, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018)
Top 10 Doctor – State & Metro Area (2014)

Why Choose a Pediatric Pulmonologist?

Childhood asthma requires a different approach from adult asthma. A pediatric pulmonologist like Dr. Shukla brings an in-depth understanding of the unique care a child needs. He adjusts treatment as your child grows and develops, factoring in key elements like environment, age, diet, and more. Working with a pediatric pulmonologist can help your child see benefits that branch out into multiple areas of their life.

Respiratory Problems We Treat

Dr. Shukla and his team provide a range of asthma treatments for kids in Suffolk County and Nassau County. From allergy-related issues to complex cases, we evaluate each patient individually and build a personalized, patient-focused plan. Other respiratory troubles we treat include:

Asthma
Chronic coughing
Sore throat
Pneumonia
Cystic fibrosis
Respiratory infections
Bronchiolitis
Wheezing and breathing difficulties
Lung disease
Raspy breathing

Signs Your Child Needs a Pediatric Pulmonologist

Respiratory conditions can range from mild symptoms to severe risks. Even in mild cases, asthma symptoms usually are easy to notice. The condition most notably causes issues by restricting airflow into the lungs, which leads to both physical and even mood-related symptoms.

If you notice any of the symptoms below, we recommend bringing your child in for a pulmonology evaluation.

Difficult and labored breathing
Regular or chronic wheezing
Complaints of chest pain or aches
Decreased levels of energy
Increased pace of breathing, such as rapid, shallow breaths
Showing panic or anxiety

If you see any symptoms like these in your kid, we advise scheduling a visit with Dr. Shukla, NYC’s leading pediatric pulmonologist. He provides pediatric pulmonology for Suffolk County and Nassau County patients. He and his team look forward to helping your family breathe easier.

Benefits of Visiting a Specialist for Asthma for Kids

Reduce symptoms
Reduce frequency and intensity of flare-ups (asthma attacks)
Improve lung function on the whole
Increase energy for healthy activity levels
Reduce stress, worry, and anxiety
Promote healthier physical development

Options for Treating Asthma for Kids

For our patients in Suffolk County and Nassau County, we provide asthma treatment aimed at symptom management. Asthma has no cure currently, but proven treatments can reduce or eliminate symptoms. The most common management options include using an inhaler. For more advanced cases, we may try biologics. Each plan varies according to your child’s needs and symptoms.

We work closely with parents to keep them involved. Successful asthma treatment involves teamwork between the pulmonologist, parent(s), and patient. Asthma requires careful monitoring to evaluate what factors worsen or improve symptoms. Elements in treatments can include:

Inhalers (daily use, combined, or quick relief types)
Corticosteroids
Education and action plans
Trigger avoidance and environmental control
Lung function monitoring
Biologics

Schedule Your Child’s Appointment Today

If your child has asthma or another respiratory illness, we encourage contacting Dr. Shukla, a leading pediatric pulmonologist for Suffolk County and Nassau County. Dr. Shukla and his team work daily to deliver the best in asthma treatment across NYC. Our office is centrally located, allowing patients across Suffolk County and Nassau County to access quality care.