Matthew C. Pertzborn

Matthew C. Pertzborn, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and practices at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. He specializes in Pediatric Pulmonology with clinical focus on severe asthma, cystic fibrosis, and sickle cell-related pulmonary disease.

• Education: M.D. from University of Texas Medical Branch
• Training: Pediatric residency and pulmonology fellowship at University of Florida-Gainesville
• Certifications: American Board of Pediatrics (General Pediatrics & Pediatric Pulmonology)

His research involves respiratory disease management in children, including bronchodilator therapy optimization and school-based asthma interventions. Publications highlight clinical approaches to severe asthma and diagnostic challenges in pediatric pulmonary conditions.

Dr. Pertzborn performs procedures such as bronchoscopy, pulmonary function tests, and sleep testing, while treating a wide range of pediatric pulmonary disorders including cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis, and obstructive sleep apnea.