BCHP Pediatric Pulmonology, Allergy, Immunology, and Sleep Medicine

05/28/2026

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05/25/2026

Several members of the Pediatric Pulmonology division attended the annual ATS conference in Orlando, Florida last week. Always great to reunite with former fellows while collaborating and learning from health professionals and researchers from all over the world to advance care for respiratory and lung diseases. Dr. Shyall Bhela presented his outstanding work on “Lung microbiome changes in varying stages of pediatric ARDS”. Dr. Krishnan got some puppy cuddles in as well!

05/09/2026

Happy Nurses Week to the amazing nurses working in our outpatient offices and inpatient in the hospital. Your compassionate care, dedication to children and their families, patience and unwavering commitment are truly appreciated.

05/04/2026

This weekend Dr. Bindu George, along with family and friends cooked a meal for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House of MFCH. It was a fulfilling, eye-opening experience. The RMH is a wonderful place whose mission is to provide essential services, remove barriers and promote healing when children need healthcare.

04/22/2026

Key members of our Cystic Fibrosis Center, Armando Ramirez, Dr. Elizabeth DeLariva-Velasco, and Mirando Cristofaro attended the annual TDN meeting in Denver, Colorado. This is a meeting where research coordinators and Principal Investigators review data from CF studies that have been completed, attend workshops, and view presentations that motivate all sites to keep pushing for a future cure. Dr. Delariva-Velasco had the chance to experience a sweat test! We commend them for their dedication to improving the lives of our patients with cystic fibrosis.

04/17/2026

Several members of the Children’s Environmental Center of the Hudson Valley attended the annual NYSCHECK meeting this week. This meeting focuses on pediatric environmental health, networking, and research, showcasing updates from its regional centers across the state. Dr. Dozor and Dr. Krishnan were recognized for their commitment to children’s environmental health over many years. Dr. Christy Kim gave an informative presentation on Radon, highlighting research she lead. Dr. Amy Brown presented our center highlights. Caitlin Lennon, our environmental scholar presented her project on connecting asthma patients with environmental resources. She participated in a “Nailed It” session along with Addison Forgit where they decorated cupcakes and used induction stoves. It was a productive and enjoyable meeting.

04/14/2026

Please join us in congratulating our incredible administrative assistant, Nicole, as she prepares to welcome a baby boy into her family! We're thrilled to meet the newest member of our division family soon. 🍼👶💙

04/13/2026

We had a wonderful time at our Spring Retreat in Tarrytown. We were thrilled to have Dr. Lowenthal join us! It was great to catch up outside of the office.

04/07/2026

Our outstanding second year fellow Dr. Tessa Scheckelhoff is leading rounds this morning and educating a group of residents and a medical student at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. Tessa is dedicated to sharing her expertise with the medical team. She is an exceptional role model and a valuable asset to our division. We feel fortunate to have her!

03/24/2026