Matthew C. Pertzborn, M.D. Pediatric Pulmonologist
Primary Appointment Location
Arkansas Children’s Hospital
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-263-2644
Primary Care - 501-222-4596
Specialty Care
Overview
- Area of Expertise
- Pediatric Care
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes (Referral Required)
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English
About Dr. Pertzborn
Clinical Biography
Matthew Pertzborn, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics in the Division of Pulmonology. Dr. Pertzborn received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch. He completed his pediatric residency and fellowship in pediatric pulmonology at the University of Florida-Gainesville. While at the University of Texas, Dr. Pertzborn had the opportunity to study abroad during a four-week pre-clinical preceptorship in cardiology, gastroenterology and neurology in Riobamba, Ecuador.
Clinical Focus
Dr. Pertzborn’s clinic focus is in severe asthma, cystic fibrosis, and sickle cell-related pulmonary disease.
Dr. Pertzborn's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Pediatrics — Division of Pulmonology
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- University of Florida at Gainesville
Pediatric Pulmonology - Residency
- University of Florida at Gainesville
Pediatrics - Internship
- University of Florida at Gainesville
- Medical School
- University of Texas Medical School at Galveston
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Pediatrics — Pediatric Pulmonology
- Arkansas State Medical Board
- American Board of Pediatrics — General Pediatrics
Dr. Pertzborn's Research
Selected Publications
- Pertzborn MC, Prabhakaran S, Abu-Hasan M, Baker D, Wu S, Wu Y, Hendeles L. Continuous Albuterol With Benzalkonium in Children Hospitalized With Severe Asthma. Pediatrics. 2020 Apr; 145(4):. pii: e20190107. doi: 10.1542/peds.2019-0107 PMID: 32165556.
View in Pubmed: 32165556 - Pertzborn MC, Prabhakaran S, Hardy A, Baker D, Robinson MA, Hendeles L. Direct Observed Therapy of Inhaled Corticosteroids for Asthma at School or Daycare. Pediatr Allergy Immunol Pulmonol. 2018 Dec 1; 31(4):226-229. doi: 10.1089/ped.2018.0912 PMID: 30595951.
View in Pubmed: 30595951 - Pertzborn M, Butler AM. Progressive Unilateral Cervical Lymphadenopathy With Elevated LDH in a School-Aged Female. Glob Pediatr Health. 2015; 2():2333794X15591564. doi: 10.1177/2333794X15591564 PMID: 27335963.
View in Pubmed: 27335963
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Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Pertzborn
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
- Airway Disorders
- Airway Obstruction
- Allergies
- Asthma
- Breathing Disorders
- Breathing Disorders of Sleep
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchitis
- Chest Pain
- Chest Wall Deformity
- Cough
- Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
- Cystic Fibrosis Liver Disease
- Diaphragmatic Paralysis
- Lung Disease
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Pneumonia
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Nodules
- Shortness of Breath
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Pertzborn
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Pertzborn's Areas of Expertise
Pediatric Care
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Locations Where Dr. Pertzborn Practices
Arkansas Children’s Hospital , Primary Location
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-263-2644
Primary Care - 501-222-4596
Specialty Care