The 20 Best Acute Interstitial Pneumonia Doctors Near Me in Waco, TX

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The 20 Best Acute Interstitial Pneumonia Doctors near Waco, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia near Waco, TX. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Benjamin F. Perry
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Geriatrics | Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Geriatrics | Family Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Internal Medicine And Senior Health Center

    2201 MacArthur Dr, Ste 100, 
    Waco, TX 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Ben Perry is a board-certified family medicine physician with a particular interest in geriatrics. Dr. Perry is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians and the McLennan County Medical Society and is certified in family medicine and geriatric medicine. He decided to pursue family medicine geriatrics to match his desire to establish ongoing relationships with his patients and to understand the various aspects of their health. He feels honored and privileged to be able to provide primary care for his community. In his spare time, he is active in his church, spends time with his family and enjoys outdoor activities. Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Chronic Cough, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

    Advanced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group Providence Lung Clinic

    342 Richland West Cir, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Boris Murillo is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Waco, Texas. Dr. Murillo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Nathan D. Lott
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Clinic - Waco

    120 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Bldg II, Ste 305, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Nathan Lott is a board-certified internal medicine, pulmonary and critical care physician with a particular interest in the management of asthma as well as management of complex pleural disease. Dr. Lott is a member of the Student National Medical Association, American College of Osteopathic Internists and the American College of Chest Physicians. He is certified in internal medicine, pulmonary medicine and critical care medicine by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. Patient autonomy is important to Dr. Lott, and he ensures that his patients are up to date and knowledgeable about his treatment plans. He collaborates with patients in making the treatment plan because he feels that patients will be more likely to follow through with the plan if they are involved in it. When not working, Dr. Lott spends time with his family, and catching new movies on premiere day, especially Star Wars. Dr. Lott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, and Gastrostomy.

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    Marcia H. Henderson
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Clinic - Waco

    120 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Bldg II, Ste 305, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcia Henderson is an Internal Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Waco, Texas. Dr. Henderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Robert W. Stewart
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Clinic - Waco

    120 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Bldg II, Ste 305, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Robert Stewart is a fellowship-trained Pulmonology and Critical Care Physician at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest, where he also serves as Vice Chief of the Medical Staff, and Medical Director of Quality. He received his Medical Degree at the American University of the Caribbean in Sint Maarten, N.A. with clinical clerkships in New York, NY. Dr. Stewart then completed a residency in Primary Care Internal Medicine at the University of Connecticut followed by a Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine through Texas A&M at Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, TX. Dr. Stewart has an active interest in coaching and training others and serves as Faculty for the Academy of Communication in Healthcare, which focuses on promoting patient experience and better healthcare outcomes by developing and enhancing provider communication skills. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine with Baylor College of Medicine and is certified by the American College of Chest Physicians and a member of the American Thoracic Society and the Society of Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Stewart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Chronic Cough, Lung Nodules, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Family Medicine

    McLennan County Medical Education And Research Foundation

    1600 Providence Dr, 
    Waco, TX 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Horacio Sosa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Sosa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Sepsis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group Providence Lung Clinic

    342 Richland West Cir, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matt Pattillo is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Waco, Texas. Dr. Pattillo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Advanced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Hospital Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group Providence Lung Clinic

    342 Richland West Cir, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Klepper is a Hospital Medicine provider in Waco, Texas. Dr. Klepper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group Providence Internal Medicine

    301 Richland West Cir, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Najera is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Najera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group Providence Lung Clinic

    342 Richland West Cir, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maydee Rosario is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Waco, Texas. Dr. Rosario is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, Bronchiectasis, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension Providence

    6901 Medical Pkwy, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Elwell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Elwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Family Medicine

    Ascension Providence

    6901 Medical Pkwy, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Blanton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Blanton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension Providence

    6901 Medical Pkwy, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Soni Jose is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Jose is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine

    DePaul Center

    301 Londonderry Dr, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roxann Samples is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Samples is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Interstitial Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    7003 Woodway Dr, Suite 311, 
    Waco, TX 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodney Richie is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Waco, Texas. Dr. Richie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Myringotomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia?

    Acute interstitial pneumonia (AIP) is a rare and serious condition that affects the lungs. The signs and symptoms generally develop and progress rapidly. In the early stages of the condition, affected people may experience upper respiratory and/or viral-like symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath, and fever. This is followed by the rapid onset of respiratory failure and the need for mechanical ventilation in the majority of cases. The underlying cause of AIP is unknown. Most cases occur sporadically in people with no family history of the condition.

    When should I see an Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor near Waco, TX?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor near Waco, TX?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctors near Waco, TX?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctors near Waco, TX?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor near Waco, TX?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor near Waco, TX?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctors near Waco, TX?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Interstitial Pneumonia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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