Overview
Dr. Olusegun Owotomo, is a pediatric pulmonologist in St. Louis who provides expert care for children from newborns to age 18 with a wide range of acute and chronic lung conditions. Dr. Owotomo specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric respiratory disorders, including asthma, chronic cough, bronchitis, wheezing, vocal cord dysfunction, cystic fibrosis, recurrent pneumonia, and pulmonary complications related to sickle cell disease. He also manages complex conditions such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), congenital airway and lung disorders, severe and difficult-to-treat asthma, and tracheostomy/ventilator-dependence. His practice includes advanced diagnostic techniques such as flexible bronchoscopy, pulmonary function testing, lung volume and diffusion assessments, and exhaled nitric oxide measurements. His research focuses on asthma epidemiology, particularly early-life origins, modifiable risk factors like tobacco use, obesity, and air pollution, and patterns of asthma-related healthcare utilization. Dr. Owotomo is deeply committed to improving population-based asthma management and addressing the impact of environmental exposures such as secondhand smoke and electronic cigarettes. Dr. Owotomo is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Thoracic Society, and the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco.
His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, and Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia.
Dr. Owotomo is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1465 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
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Dr. Owotomo 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.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Olusegun Owotomo
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Olusegun Owotomo?
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Is Dr. Olusegun Owotomo a top-rated expert for Asthma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Olusegun Owotomo is classified as an Experienced expert for Asthma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Olusegun Owotomo specialize in?
While Dr. Olusegun Owotomo is a Pediatric Pulmonology, they have specific expertise in Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, and Vocal Cord Dysfunction. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Pulmonology.
Does Dr. Olusegun Owotomo participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Olusegun Owotomo has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Asthma. You can view a list of Dr. Olusegun Owotomo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Olusegun Owotomo accept my insurance?
Dr. Olusegun Owotomo accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-268-4010 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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