The 20 Best Asthma Doctors Near Me in Kensington, MD

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The 20 Best Asthma Doctors near Kensington, MD

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 616 doctor with experience in Asthma near Kensington, MD. Of these, 538 are Experienced, 62 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Asthma
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Asthma
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Pulmonologists PC

    10605 Concord Street, Suite 500, Suite 500, 
    Kensington, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Graduate of Harvard College, Weill Cornell Medical College of Cornell University. Residency in Medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Brigham and Women''s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Research Fellowship in Respiratory Biology, Harvard School of Public Health. Private Practice, Pulmonologists PC of Montgomery County, MD since 1988. Special interest in sleep medicine. Clinical Professor of Medicine, George Washington Univ. School of Medicine since 2005. President, DC Thoracic Society, Washington DC 2014-2015. Volunteer Physician, Mercy Health Clinic, Gaithersburg MD. Member, Board of Directors, Mercy Health Clnic, 2013-15. Faculty leader, Hait mobile health clinics, Project Medishares and G.W. International Medicine, 2012- . Videos 2016 Armstrong Award for Excellence in Quality and Safety - Steven Kariya, M.D., Suburban Hospital. Dr. Kariya is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

    Elite in Asthma
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Elite in Asthma
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    110 Irving St Nw, #2a38, 
    Washington, DC 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gene Colice is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Colice is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Empyema, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Eosinophilic Asthma.

    Elite in Asthma
    Allergy and Immunology
    Elite in Asthma
    Allergy and Immunology

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Sheehan is an Allergy and Immunologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Sheehan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Eosinophilic Asthma, Asthma in Children, and Food Allergy.

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    Advanced in Asthma
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Asthma
    Rheumatology

    Dept Of Transfusion Medicine/Nih Clinical Center

    10 Center Dr, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dean Metcalfe is a Rheumatologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Metcalfe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Systemic Mastocytosis, Urticaria Pigmentosa, and Anaphylaxis.

    Advanced in Asthma
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Asthma
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians, Inc

    8600 Old Georgetown Rd, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cindy Bowen is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Bowen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Asthma
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Asthma
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Premier Pulmonary And Internal Medicine Of Chevy Chase

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Carlos Picone served as Vice-Chair, Department of Internal Medicine at Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, D.C. and Chairman of the Pulmonary Medicine Division. Dr. Picone received his medical degree from the National University of Cordoba, Argentina in 1989, graduating summa cum laude. He completed a residency in Internal Medicine at the Medical College of Virginia, and Fellowships in Critical Care Medicine at the National Institutes of Health and in Pulmonary Medicine at the Medical College of Virginia. Dr. Picone has authored articles on pulmonary arterial hypertension and treatment, bioethics, end-of-life decision-making and parenchymal lung diseases. He has been a Medical Volunteer in several Latin American countries and currently volunteers with Mobile Medical Clinics of Greater Washington, D.C., where he serves at its Executive Board with the mission of providing free medical care to the underserved community of Washington. Dr. Picone also serves as a Board Member of Operation Canasta, supporting schools and orphanages in Argentina's hinterland. Dr. Picone is a partner in private practice with Chevy Chase Pulmonary Associates. His major professional interests include: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension - Pathophysiology and Treatment. Bioethics and End-of-Life Decision Making. Parenchymal Lung Diseases. Dr. Picone has overseas experience in Europe, the Middle East, Central and South America. He also has an interest in literature, chess, squash and astronomy. Selected Publications Medical Complications of Cocaine: Possible relationship to low plasma cholinesterase enzyme. Om A; Ellahham S; Picone C; Ornato JP. Am Heart J 1993 Apr;125(4):1114-8. One of the Many Faces of Systemic Mastocytosis: Hemodynamic collapse. Abstract presentation - Clinical Vignettes. American College of Physicians Meeting-1994. Non-Resolving Pneumonia. Picone, C. Chest 1998; 114:923-926. Recurrent acute respiratory distress syndrome from use of salicylate containing over-the-counter preparations. Picone, C. Chest 1998; 114:408-S. Acute Pneumonitis after In-Vitro Fertilization with IM Progesterone. Picone C. JResp Dis 2008; 29:170-71. Opening Debate on End-of-Life Medical Care. Progress Notes. Suburban Hospital 2010 Palliative Care and Opening Debate on End-of-Life Medical Care. Sibley MD March 2010 Subacute Dyspnea, Hypoxemia and Refractory Cardiopulmonary Collapse – Postgraduate Education Corner. CHEST 2012;141(4):1106-9. Dr. Picone is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Hyperventilation, Lung Nodules, and Lung Metastases.

    Melody Carter
    Experienced in Asthma
    Experienced in Asthma

    Molecular Medicine And Neuroscience

    10 Center Dr Bldg 10, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melody Carter is a Pediatrics provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Carter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. Her top areas of expertise are Urticaria Pigmentosa, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Systemic Mastocytosis, and Anaphylaxis.

    Advanced in Asthma
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Asthma
    Internal Medicine

    Arthritis And Rheumatism Associates

    5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1150, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Cohen is an Internal Medicine provider in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Asthma, Asthma, Asthma in Children, Lung Metastases, and Endoscopy.

    Murugappan Ramanathan
    Experienced in Asthma
    Experienced in Asthma

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Tamil

    Murugappan “Murray” Ramanathan is an experienced sinus and skull base surgeon with a high-volume clinical presence at Johns Hopkins Health Care and Surgery Center in Bethesda and Suburban Hospital. He specializes in complex revision endoscopic sinus surgery, endoscopic approaches to the orbit, and the endoscopic management of sinonasal and skull base tumors, including inverted papilloma, esthesioneuroblastoma (also known as olfactory neuroblastoma) and pituitary tumors. He routinely collaborates with colleagues in neurosurgery, ophthalmology, head and neck oncology, and facial plastic surgery to deliver multidisciplinary, patient-centered care. Dr. Ramanathan has consistently been recognized for his patient-centered approach to care as a “Top Doctor” by Bethesda Magazine, Washingtonian, Northern Virginia Magazine and Castle Connolly. He earned his undergraduate degree from Yale University and medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Dr. Ramanathan completed an internship in general surgery and residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at Johns Hopkins, followed by fellowship training in advanced endoscopic sinus and minimally invasive skull base surgery at Johns Hopkins. He joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2010. Dr. Ramanathan is the vice director of clinical operations for the Johns Hopkins Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, overseeing the delivery and integration of otolaryngologic care at nine ambulatory clinic sites and five hospitals within Johns Hopkins Medicine. He is passionate about continuously evaluating and improving care delivery processes across all clinical sites for the department. As a surgeon-scientist, Dr. Ramanathan leads a National Institutes of Health-funded research program that was among the first to establish the link between air pollution and chronic rhinosinusitis from an epidemiologic and basic science perspective. He has received numerous prestigious research awards and grants; has published over 110 peer-reviewed articles, reviews and book chapters; and is frequently invited to speak about his research at national and international meetings. Dr. Ramanathan holds multiple national leadership roles, including chair of the CORE Grants General Section for the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Ramanathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Ethmoiditis.

    Experienced in Asthma
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Asthma
    Family Medicine

    Contemporary Family Medicine Associates

    10401 Old Georgetown Rd, Suite 400, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tiffini Lucas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Lucas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. Her top areas of expertise are IPEX Syndrome, Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2, Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED), and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy.

    Paul Keiser
    Advanced in Asthma
    Allergy and Immunology
    Advanced in Asthma
    Allergy and Immunology

    Allergy & Asthma Center

    6000 Executive Blvd Ste 615, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Keiser is an Allergy and Immunologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Keiser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Allergic Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Grass Allergy, and Hives.

    Experienced in Asthma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Asthma
    Internal Medicine

    Shahid Shamim MD LLC

    Rockville, MD 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahid Shamim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Shamim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

    Experienced in Asthma
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Asthma
    Intensive Care Medicine

    National Cancer Institute

    10 Center Dr Bldg 10, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Gladwin is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Gladwin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Hypertension, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cerebral Hypoxia, Embolectomy, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Asthma
    Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Asthma
    Sleep Medicine

    Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    6900 Georgia Ave, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Parker is a Sleep Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Parker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Ligneous Conjunctivitis, Eosinophilic Asthma, Asthma, and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.

    Peter G. Hamm
    Advanced in Asthma
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Asthma
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 400, Suite 400, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter G. Hamm, M.D., is a pulmonologist with Johns Hopkins Medicine Pulmonology. Dr. Hamm is also the chairman of the department of medicine and the chairman of the intensive care unit (ICU) committee at Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. has an expertise in annual physicals, acute and urgent care, disease management and pulmonary medicine. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He went on to complete his residency in internal medicine at St. Luke’s Hospital, followed by a fellowship in pulmonary medicine at Bellevue Hospital Center. Dr. Hamm has been named a Top Doctor in the Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly. He has also been named a Top MD by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine. Dr. Hamm contributed to a publication on the diagnosis of pulmonary Kaposi’s sarcoma with fiberoptic bronchoscopy and endobronchial biopsy. Dr. Hamm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

    Advanced in Asthma
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Asthma
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    50 Rockville Pike, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paneez Khoury is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Khoury is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. Her top areas of expertise are Hypereosinophilic Syndrome, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Advanced in Asthma
    Allergy and Immunology
    Advanced in Asthma
    Allergy and Immunology

    Institute For Asthma And Allergy PC

    11002 Veirs Mill Rd Ste 414, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Huamin Li is an Allergy and Immunologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Li is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Angioedema, Hereditary Angioedema, Hives, and Asthma.

    Advanced in Asthma
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Advanced in Asthma
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Parisa Kaviany is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Kaviany is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma, Situs Inversus, Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia, and Cystic Fibrosis.

    Advanced in Asthma
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Advanced in Asthma
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anastassios Koumbourlis is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Koumbourlis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. His top areas of expertise are Cystic Fibrosis, Asthma, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, and Ciliary Dyskinesia-Bronchiectasis.

    Advanced in Asthma
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Advanced in Asthma
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Folasade Ogunlesi is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Ogunlesi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asthma. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma, Asthma in Children, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), and Ciliary Dyskinesia-Bronchiectasis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Asthma?

    Asthma is a chronic disease that causes the airways of the lungs to swell and become narrow. It leads to breathing difficulty such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing.

    When should I see an Asthma doctor near Kensington, MD?

    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 Asthma doctor near Kensington, MD?

    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 Asthma doctors near Kensington, MD?

    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 Asthma doctors near Kensington, MD?

    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 Asthma doctor near Kensington, MD?

    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 Asthma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Asthma 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 Asthma doctor near Kensington, MD?

    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 Asthma 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 Asthma 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 Asthma doctors near Kensington, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Asthma 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 Asthma doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Asthma 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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