The 20 Best Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Doctors Near Me in Fullerton, CA

Find the Top Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 60 doctor with experience in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) near Fullerton, CA. Of these, 56 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Internal Medicine

    Optum - Commonwealth

    1501 W Commonwealth Ave, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Shumaker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Shumaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apparent Mineralocorticoid Excess, Hyperaldosteronism, Familial Hyperaldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Shumaker is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Chest And Critical Care Consultants

    1211 W La Palma Ave, 
    Anaheim, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Le is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Anaheim, California. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Le is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Le is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Palliative Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Palliative Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    101 East Valencia Mesa Drive, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andy Tran is a Palliative Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Tran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Tran is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    101 East Valencia Mesa Drive, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dana Tran is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Tran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Her clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Tran is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Internal Medicine

    Providence St. Jude Medical Center

    101 E Valencia Mesa Dr, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alex Leung is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Leung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Palliative Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Palliative Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    101 East Valencia Mesa Drive, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Farhan Khabaz is a Palliative Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Khabaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Khabaz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    2151 North Harbor Boulevard, Suite 3100, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Julie Yoo is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Yoo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Interstitial Lung Disease. Dr. Yoo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2040 S Santa Cruz St Ste 240, 
    Anaheim, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hassan Chahine is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Anaheim, California. Dr. Chahine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Caremore Health Plan

    1325 N Rose Dr Ste 102, 
    Placentia, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Willy Chua is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Placentia, California. Dr. Chua is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Lung Metastases.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Anaheim Kraemer Medical Offices

    3460 E La Palma Ave, 
    Anaheim, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Annie Harrington is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Anaheim, California. Dr. Harrington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), Kartagener Syndrome, Ciliary Dyskinesia-Bronchiectasis, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Harrington is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Surgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 29, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffry Nahmias is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Nahmias is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Low Blood Pressure, Delirium, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Nahmias is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Nahmias is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Family Medicine
    22716 Mountain Laurel Way, 
    Diamond Bar, CA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yuan Liu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Diamond Bar, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). She is also highly rated in 117 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Adenocarcinoma, Arthritis, Lung Cancer, Tissue Biopsy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Internal Medicine

    Uc Irvine Medical Center

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ola Lafi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orange, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Lafi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Malnutrition, and Sepsis. Dr. Lafi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Surgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 29, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Areg Grigorian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Grigorian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Low Blood Pressure, Myocardial Contusion, Fasciotomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Grigorian is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Grigorian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Surgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 29, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Lekawa is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Lekawa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Delirium, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Fasciotomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Lekawa is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Lekawa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Surgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 29, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sebastian Schubl is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Schubl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Pressure, Traumatic Brain Injury, Delirium, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Schubl is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Surgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 29, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Dolich is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Dolich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury, Delirium, Appendicitis, Appendectomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Dolich is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Dolich is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    UC Irvine Medical Center

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bassam Yaghmour is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Orange, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Yaghmour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy. Dr. Yaghmour is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Yaghmour is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Digestive Disease Center

    101 The City Drive South, Building 22C, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Offers Telehealth

    Ninh Nguyen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UC Irvine Medical Center

    101 The City Drive South, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Jeng is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Jeng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Jeng is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Jeng is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)?

    Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a life-threatening lung condition that prevents enough oxygen from getting to the lungs and into the blood. Most cases occur in adults, but infants can also have acute respiratory distress syndrome.

    When should I see an Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) doctor near Fullerton, CA?

    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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) doctor near Fullerton, CA?

    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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) doctors near Fullerton, CA?

    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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) doctors near Fullerton, CA?

    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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) doctor near Fullerton, CA?

    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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) 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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) doctor near Fullerton, CA?

    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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) 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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) 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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) doctors near Fullerton, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) 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 Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) 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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