Kimberly Byrne RN, BSN, CPN, AE-C Kimberly Byrne is one of those rare people who actually care a great deal about the patients she treats as well as those around her. As the Asthma Program Manager of the Cardon Children's Medical Center in Mesa, Arizona, Kimberly is a tireless asthma educator and caregiver. She also volunteers her valuable time at Soaring Eagle Asthma Camp, where she is a beloved member of the administration. When it comes to helping parents and kids with asthma, Kimberly is one of the best.

Michael Gamiao, MD, is a pulmonologist and a board certified sleep specialist. He received his medical education from University of the East, Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center, completed a residency at McLaren in Flint, Michigan and is fellowship trained from Wayne State University. Dr. Gamiao is board certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties Board of Internal Medicine in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine and the American Board of Sleep Medicine. He specializes in the diagnosis and management of lung disease and the respiratory system, including asthma, pneumonia, tuberculosis, chest infections, emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Dr. Gamiao also specializes in the diagnosis and management of conditions that occur during or disturb sleep.

Dietitian -  Marilyn Mills MS, RD, LD. Enjoy and benefit from Marilyn's decades of experience as an educator and professional dietitian.  Learn how to read a food label and about the amazing Gold Star Guide Shopping System.  Marilyn Really knows her way around a supermarket and shares with us things that most of us had no idea about - like what they really do to peanut butter and how to know if the product you're buying is the best it could and should be. Learn which foods and eating habits might cause breathing issues, and help yourself to a lot of great ideas from Marilyn!

Whether it's COPD, Asthma, or smoking cessation, Essy Moverman can give you the knowledge you need to make your life better - much better.   As an accomplished educator with over two decades of direct experience, Essy is the kind of person you go to when you need to better manage your breathing difficulties.  She'll get the job done right.  Listen to what she has to say - it can only help!

Dr. Hatipoglu comes to us from the Cleveland Clinic Respiratory Institute in Cleveland Ohio. A leading pulmonary specialist who's experience and knowledge concerning COPD is very impressive. .He deals with life or death situations and brings many people back to a level of health they never thought was possible. Learn from one of the best - Dr. Hatipoglu - Director of the Respiratory Institute at Cleveland Clinic.

Get some invaluable tips and advice from a leading pediatric pulmonologist.  Dr. Jason Lang gives us insight, knowledge, and hope for a better breathing tomorrow!

Direct from the American Lung Association, Ms. Jeanette Toro-Linehan gives us an indepth view of the benefits and advantages offered by a well organized association like the ALA. Jeanette has a resume of accolades longer than my arm, including a Masters in Nursing and Health Education as well as a Masters Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon do! She's a mom, a great gal, and more than worth listening to!

Meet, Ms. Allyssa Thompson - Director of the state lung association - Breathe, New Hampshire.  State funded and private associations can be really beneficial to those who are challenged with respiratory issues.  Education, access, advocacy and more can be found with many associations. I decided to find out how they help the public, and chose Breathe NH from Manchester, NH.  They turn 100 this year, so a seasoned player can tune us in on the benefits of utilizing a state agency like this.

Listen to Dr. John Schuen as he provides deep knowledge and experience with childhood asthma.  As a Board Certified Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Schuen helps you understand much better how to help your kid's when they have asthma attacks and how to better manage their asthma.  It will help you - and your child to breathe easier!

From the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children, Dr. Ben Nelson is a Board Certified Pediatric Pulmonologist who brings us some excellent information and knowledge concerning different aspects of childhood asthma.  He is a highly qualified specialist with years of experience, and well worth a listen.  If you are a parent with an asthmatic child, some of the information in this podcast is invaluable to you - and to your child's health and well being.  Enjoy!