Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Dr. Laura Spece

Intensive Care Medicine
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
1660 S Columbian Way, 
Seattle, WA 

Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
1660 S Columbian Way, 
Seattle, WA 
OverviewInsuranceLocationsClinical ResearchSimilar Doctors

Overview

Laura Spece is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Spece is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Cerebral Hypoxia, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 39 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, she has co-authored 29 articles in the study of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Specialties
Intensive Care Medicine
Licenses
Internal Medicine in WA
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
1660 S Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108
Call: 206-764-2507

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


39 Total Publications

Incidence and Predictors of Long-Term Hypnotic Receipt among Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
Incidence and Predictors of Long-Term Hypnotic Receipt among Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
Journal: Annals of the American Thoracic Society
Published: February 12, 2025
View All 39 Publications
Similar Doctors
Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Dr. Laura Feemster
Intensive Care Medicine
Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Dr. Laura Feemster
Intensive Care Medicine

Gme Office University Of Washington

1959 NE Pacific St, 
Seattle, WA 
 (6.0 miles away)
206-598-4333
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Laura Feemster is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Feemster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Cerebral Hypoxia, Lung Cancer, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Kristina Crothers
Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Dr. Kristina Crothers
Intensive Care Medicine
Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Dr. Kristina Crothers
Intensive Care Medicine

Uw Medicine/Harborview Medical Center

325 9th Ave, 
Seattle, WA 
 (2.9 miles away)
206-744-3241
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Offers Telehealth

Kristina Crothers is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Crothers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Lung Cancer, and Emphysema.

Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Dr. Lucas Donovan
Intensive Care Medicine
Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Dr. Lucas Donovan
Intensive Care Medicine

VA Puget Sound Healthcare System

1660 S Columbian Way, 
Seattle, WA 
 (0.1 miles away)
206-277-6783
Languages Spoken:
English

Lucas Donovan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Donovan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Central Sleep Apnea, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.

VIEW MORE CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD) DOCTORS

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Spece's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
    • Distinguished
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Dr. Spece is
      Distinguished
      . Learn about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
      See more Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) experts
      • Experienced
      • Cerebral Hypoxia
        Dr. Spece is
        Experienced
        . Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
        See more Cerebral Hypoxia experts
      • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
        Dr. Spece is
        Experienced
        . Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
        See more Obstructive Sleep Apnea experts
      Want to save this doctor for later?
      Sign Up
      Is this your doctor?
      Find A Second Opinion
      Not sure about your diagnosis?
      Check Your Symptoms
       
       
       
       
      Learn about our expert tiers
      Learn More
      Are you the provider on this profile?
      Claim Profile
      For Patients
      • Our Story
      • How MediFind Works
      • Conditions A-Z
      • Doctor Directory
      • Symptoms Directory
      • Procedures Directory
      • Treatment Directory
      • Drug Directory
      • Infusion Center Finder
      • FAQ
      • Contact Us
      For Providers and Practices
      • Claim Your Profile
      • Newsroom
      Business Solutions
      • Provider
      • Network Solutions
      Additional Resources
      • Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy
      • Privacy Policy
      • Terms of Use
      • Advertising Policy
      • Content Policy
      Subscribe to our newsletter

      Sign up to stay informed about MediFind and get wellness sent your way.

      Close

        By subscribing, I agree to MediFind's Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.

        Bullet PinMediFind
        Follow us on
        This information is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should work with a licensed professional to diagnose and treat health conditions. We let the data speak for itself, MediFind does not endorse any healthcare providers.
        © 2026 All Rights Reserved

        Request an Appointment

        If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.

        MediFind will contact the provider for your appointment request. You’ll receive status updates by email. Your provider or MediFind will reach out to you directly by phone or email to schedule your appointment or request additional information.

        Patient Details

        This information is for the patient who will be seen at the appointment.

          Close

          Returning patient? Use your address on file with the provider.

          Insurance Details

          Please provide information of the primary insurance holder as the practice may require this information to schedule.

          Insurance Provider *
          Insurance ProviderClose

          Appointments Details

          Let’s get more information about your appointment.

                  0 / 1000
                  0 / 1000
                  By pressing the Submit button you are agreeing to MediFind’s Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.