Kurtis Sobush

Overview

Dr. Sobush treats asthma, chronic cough, airway malformations, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary disorders related to neuromuscular weakness, prematurity, tracheostomy care, chronic home ventilation and chronic aspiration. As director of the Complex Medical Care Program, he manages children with medical complexity to minimize unexpected care complications in both the hospital and clinical environment. Dr. Sobush teams with patients' families, primary care providers, and home health companies to use state-of-the-art home ventilator technologies to aid transition from hospital to home with optimal safety. His research interests include conditions related to tracheostomy care, coordination of care for children with medical complexity, and airway infections in children requiring ventilation. Dr. Sobush is an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pulmonology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. His memberships include the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Thoracic Society, and Pediatric Complex Care Association.

His top areas of expertise are Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Bronchitis, and Pulmonary Hypertension.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

St. Louis University School Of Medicine

Residency

St. Louis University Health Sciences Center

Specialties

Pediatric Pulmonology
Pediatrics

Licenses

Pediatric Pulmonology in MO

Board Certifications

American Board Of Pediatrics
American Board Of Pediatrics/Pulmonology
Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board Of Registration

Fellowships

Duke University Medical Center

Hospital Affiliations

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

Pulmonology at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
1465 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Sobush has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
Cystic Fibrosis
Pulmonary Hypertension
Bronchitis
Asthma

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kurtis Sobush

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kurtis Sobush?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Kurtis Sobush by calling their office at 314-268-4010. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

What conditions does Dr. Kurtis Sobush specialize in?

While Dr. Kurtis Sobush is a Pediatric Pulmonology, they have specific expertise in Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, and Bronchitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Pulmonology.

Does Dr. Kurtis Sobush participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kurtis Sobush has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cystic Fibrosis. You can view a list of Dr. Kurtis Sobush's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kurtis Sobush accept my insurance?

Dr. Kurtis Sobush accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-268-4010 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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