The Center for Thoracic Disease and Transplantation at the Heart & Lung Institute believes in treating all patients with dignity and respect. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the Center works to diagnose and treat some of the most complex thoracic and esophageal diseases in the Southwest through a team of physicians who provide patients with a plan of care. Patients receive treatment with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a full range of treatment options.We offer treatment and care in accordance with national guidelines. Dr. Walia is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

Maressa Alejandro is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Phoenix,, Arizona. Dr. Alejandro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Malignant Otitis Externa, Silent Thyroiditis, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

In my spare time I enjoy running, hiking and spending time with nature. Dr. Iusim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.

Ramachandra Sista is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Sista is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Sista is currently accepting new patients.

I enjoy watching and playing soccer, especially the European leagues. I enjoy cooking and talking about Peruvian food, the best in the world! Also enjoy spending time with family, playing music together, travelling together. Professionally : I have an interest in the management of the complex pulmonary patient. Enjoy taking care of severe asthma patients, advanced COPD and Alpha 1 anti trypsin deficiency. Establishing a relationship with patients with emphasis in advanced management and patient education, to give the patient the tools to manage their illness. Dr. Ardiles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Pulmonary Hypertension.

Rajeev Saggar is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Saggar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Lung Transplant.

My mission, along with the Dignity Health Medical Group, is to focus on innovative clinical care and the pursuit of excellence through scholarly activities. This allows me to provide patients with state-of-the-art patient services and exceptional patient experiences. Dr. Arjuna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Aspergillosis, and Lung Transplant.

Dr. Saeed 's interests include thoracic oncology and diseases of the airway and pleural space. He is a member of a number of societies. Dr. Saeed 's research areas include early detection of lung cancer and opening of the airways for those with advanced lung disease.Dr. Saeed earned his medical degree from King Edward Medical University in Lahore, Pakistan. He went on to complete his residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. Dr. Saeed completed four fellowships including: heart failure (Mount Sinai), pulmonary medicine (University of South Carolina, Columbia), critical care (University of New Mexico) and interventional pulmonology (Mayo Clinic, Rochester).Dr. Saeed is an active participant in clinical trials. Dr. Saeed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

My mission, along with the Dignity Health Medical Group, is to focus on innovative clinical care and the pursuit of excellence through scholarly activities. This allows me to provide patients with state-of-the-art patient services and exceptional patient experiences. Dr. Buddhdev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Gastrostomy.

Digvijay Singh is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Singh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, and Cataract Removal.

Douglas Cunningham is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Cunningham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

Raed Alalawi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Alalawi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Endoscopy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Alalawi is currently accepting new patients.

Sally Suliman is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Suliman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.

Josef Khalil is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Khalil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Crisis, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Allergic Rhinitis.

Abid Khokar is an Internal Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Khokar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Khokar is currently accepting new patients.

The Norton Thoracic Institute believes in treating all patients with dignity and respect. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the Institute works to diagnose and treat some of the most complex thoracic and esophageal diseases in the Southwest through a team of physicians who provide patients with a plan of care. Patients receive treatment with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a full range of treatment options. We offer treatment and care in accordance with national guidelines. Dr. Tokman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Lung Transplant, and Gastrostomy.

Akshay Muralidhar is an Internal Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Muralidhar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Metastases, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Muralidhar is currently accepting new patients.

Syed Jafar is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Jafar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Coccidioidomycosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Mandibuloacral Dysplasia.

Rania Abdul is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Abdul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Pneumonia.

Grzegorz Cieslewicz is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Cieslewicz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Gastrostomy.