The 20 Best Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Doctors Near Me in Dexter, MI

Find the Top Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 169 doctor with experience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) near Dexter, MI. Of these, 144 are Experienced, 21 are Advanced and 3 are Elite.

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    Meilan K. Han
    Elite in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    MeiLan Han, MD MS, is a Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of Michigan Health. Dr. Han received her medical degree from the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Michigan. Dr. Han has also completed a Master's Degree program in Biostatistics and Clinical Study Design at the University of Michigan School of Public Health.Dr. Han’s research has focused on defining phenotypes in COPD using imaging. She is a lead investigator for several NIH sponsored COPD studies. She also serves on the scientific advisory committees for both the COPD Foundation and American Lung Association, the board for the COPD Foundation and serves as a spokesperson for the American Lung Association. She is currently a Deputy Editor for the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine and serves on the editorial boards for Thorax, Lancet Respiratory Medicine and Journal of the COPD Foundation. She is also a member of the Global Obstructive Lung Disease scientific committee which is charged with developing internationally an internationally recognized consensus statement on COPD diagnosis and management. Dr. Han is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant.

    Wassim W. Labaki
    Elite in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Labaki is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and the Medical Director of the Lung Volume Reduction Program at the University of Michigan. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University, and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and his fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Michigan. He also earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical Research Design and Statistical Analysis from the University of Michigan School of Public Health.Dr. Labaki is a provider in the multidisciplinary COPD Clinic and a member of the COPD Quality Improvement Committee at the University of Michigan. He conducts clinical and translational research in COPD, including its epidemiology, natural history, chest imaging biomarkers, and more recently metabolomics. He is also involved in the institutional operations of several NIH-sponsored COPD studies and clinical trials. In 2019, Dr. Labaki was the recipient of the Sreedhar Nair Early Stage Investigator Award in COPD from the American Thoracic Society. He sits on the Editorial Board of the Journal of the COPD Foundation and is an active member of the American Thoracic Society, European Respiratory Society and the Metabolomics Association of North America. Dr. Labaki is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Bronchitis, Lung Metastases, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Office

    1500 E Medical Center Dr Fl 3, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Curtis is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Curtis is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumonia, and Endoscopy.

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    Stephen M. Wampler
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine

    Dexter Health Center

    7300 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Ste 110, Floor 1, 
    Dexter, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wampler earned his medical degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo (2000), and completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Michigan (2003). His clinical interests include preventative health and medical staff administration. He is currently serving as the Chief of Staff for St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, a joint venture of Trinity Health and University of Michigan Health. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters as well as outdoor activities like backpacking and biking. Dr. Wampler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Ureteroscopy.

    Kristine L. Cece
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine

    Dexter Health Center

    7300 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Ste 110, Floor 1, 
    Dexter, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristine Cece is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dexter, Michigan. Dr. Cece is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Aleksandr Belakovskiy
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

    Dexter Health Center

    7300 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Ste 110, Floor 1, 
    Dexter, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aleksandr Belakovskiy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dexter, Michigan. Dr. Belakovskiy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Chronic Pain, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Anne L. Kittendorf
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine

    Dexter Health Center

    7300 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Ste 110, Floor 1, 
    Dexter, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anne Kittendorf is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Michigan Medicine. After graduating with her B.S. in Cellular and Molecular Biology, she remained in Ann Arbor for medical school, graduating in 2001, and Family Medicine residency, graduating in 2004. She has remained on faculty at the Dexter Health Center since that time.Besides her clinical work, Dr. Kittendorf enjoys multiple teaching roles. She currently teaches medical students during their Family Medicine rotation, and has previously enjoyed teaching within the medical school about medical ethics, healthcare policy and professionalism. She currently also teaches within the University of Michigan Family Medicine Residency in Chelsea, and is in charge of the Health Policy/Advocacy curriculum for residents. Because of her work in advocacy, she was the recipient of the national Society of Teachers in Family Medicine Advocacy Award in 2017. Dr. Kittendorf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Vertigo, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Katherine Turner
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine

    Dexter Health Center

    7300 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Ste 110, Floor 1, 
    Dexter, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Turner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dexter, Michigan. Dr. Turner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Obesity in Children, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Michigan Medicine Overseas Travel Clinic

    1500 E Medical Center Dr Fl 3, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Choi is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Choi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS), Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), and Lung Metastases.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine

    Back And Pain Center At Dexter Health Center

    7300 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Ste 110, 
    Dexter, MI 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cheryl Lamore is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dexter, Michigan. Dr. Lamore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Obesity in Children, Hyperhidrosis, and Candida Infection of the Skin.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine

    Trinity Health Iha Medical Group Primary Care

    7093 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd, 
    Dexter, MI 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rhonda Todd is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Dexter, Michigan. Dr. Todd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine

    West Ann Arbor Health Center

    380 Parkland Plz, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Munroe is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Munroe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Neurosarcoidosis, and Sarcoidosis.

    Njira L. Lugogo
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza

    380 Parkland Plaza Ste 210, Floor 2, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Njira Lugogo, MD, MS, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine, is the Division of Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine's Asthma Program Director. Dr. Lugogo completed her Medical Degree at the Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA. She completed her Internal Medicine Residency at Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC. After she completed her Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine Fellowship at Duke University, she rose to Assistant Professor. At Duke, Dr. Lugogo served as the Medical Director of the Duke Asthma Allergy and Airway Center and Director of the Asthma Clinical Trails Group and Pulmonary Clinical Research Unit. She joined the University of Michigan Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine faculty August, 2017. Dr. Lugogo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Asthma, Eosinophilic Asthma, Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia, and Eosinophilic Pneumonia.

    Arjun Mohan
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza

    380 Parkland Plaza Ste 210, Floor 2, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Associate Chief Clinical Officer, Medical Specialties, Ambulatory Care. Dr. Mohan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Sarcoidosis, Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Ghazwan G. Toma
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Geriatrics | Family Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Geriatrics | Family Medicine

    Chelsea Health Center

    14700 E Old US Highway 12, 
    Chelsea, MI 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Toma earned his medical degree from Baghdad University (2001) and completed a Master’s of Public Health from the University of Albany (2007). He completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Beaumont Hospital (2011) and also a fellowship training in Geriatric Medicine at the University of Michigan (2012).He is passionate about chronic diseases management, preventive medicine and complex care. Dr. Toma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Vertigo, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Michael J. Coffey
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Coffey is an Internal Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Coffey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Industrial Bronchitis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

    Robert C. Hyzy
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hyzy is the Medical Director of the Critical Care Medicine Unit and Co-Chair of the Critical Care Committee at the University of Michigan Hospital. Dr. Hyzy is a graduate of Kenyon College and NYU School of Medicine and trained in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Michigan. Dr. Hyzy’s research interest in thin the intensive care unit including patients with the Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, sepsis and respiratory failure. In the Pulmonary Clinic he participated as a Co-Investigator in clinical trials in patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and COPD. Dr. Hyzy is an active clinician and researcher with multiple publications including serving as editor of a critical care textbook published by Springer and 14 topics to the online medical reference UpToDate. Dr. Hyzy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.

    Michael W. Sjoding
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Sjoding is a member of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of Michigan. He received a degree in Biochemistry from Valparaiso University in Indiana, and a medical degree from Loyola Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Chicago.Dr. Sjoding’s health services research interests concern pulmonary and critical care and hospital medicine, with a focus on inpatient hospital quality measures and their unintended consequences, the epidemiology of critical illness, and methods for critical care delivery. He is also interested in leveraging “Big Data” to enhance critical care research and care, and health service research methods including the use of both clinical and large-scale administrative databases, statistical simulation, causal analysis, and multi-level modeling. Dr. Sjoding is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Cerebral Hypoxia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pneumonia.

    Rommel L. Sagana
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rommel Sagana is an Internal Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Sagana is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), Cystic Fibrosis, Newborn Jaundice, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Lung Transplant.

    Steven E. Gay
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gay is an Associate Professor of Internal Medicine, Medical Director of Critical Care Support Services, and the Assistant Dean for Medical School Admissions at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. His clinical and research interests include medical education, outcomes, and treatments for end-stage lung disease, lung transplantation, interventional bronchoscopy, and the evaluation of unexplained dyspnea.Dr. Gay is board certified in pulmonary medicine, and critical care medicine. He received his undergraduate degree from Yale University and received his medical degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine. He served his internship and residency in internal medicine at Michael Reese Medical Center in Chicago. After completing a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at the University of Michigan Medical Center, Dr. Gay earned a master's degree in clinical study design and biostatistics at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor. Dr. Gay is a member of the American Thoracic Society, the American Association of Medical Colleges, and has served as a consultant to the FDA Advisory Committee on Pulmonary and Allergy Medications. Dr. Gay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Emphysema, Lung Metastases, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.

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    What is the definition of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common lung disease. Having COPD makes it hard to breathe.

    There are two main forms of COPD:

    • Chronic bronchitis, which involves a long-term cough with mucus
    • Emphysema, which involves damage to the lungs over time

    Most people with COPD have a combination of both conditions.

    Which doctors treat COPD?   

    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is usually treated by a pulmonologist, a doctor who specializes in lung diseases. They help manage breathing issues and other symptoms. A primary care doctor also plays a role, especially in monitoring the condition and making sure medications are working. Other specialists may be involved, like respiratory therapists who teach breathing exercises, and sometimes a cardiologist because COPD can strain the heart. If the disease affects daily activities, physical therapists may help with exercise routines to improve strength and breathing. 

    What are the symptoms of COPD? 

    The main symptoms of COPD include: 

    • Shortness of breath 
    • Persistent cough that produces mucus  
    • Wheezing (a whistling sound when breathing) 
    • Frequent respiratory infections, like colds or bronchitis 
    • Chest tightness or discomfort 
    • Feeling very tired 
    • Trouble doing everyday activities like walking or climbing stairs 

    How is COPD diagnosed? 

    COPD is diagnosed with a test called spirometry. This test measures how much air a person can breathe in and out, and how quickly the air is exhaled. If the lungs are not moving air properly, it may indicate COPD. Doctors may also use chest X-rays or CT scans to check for lung damage. Blood tests can be used to measure oxygen levels or rule out other conditions, such as asthma or infections. Early diagnosis is important to begin treatment and help slow the progression of the disease. 

    How is COPD treated?  

    There is no cure for COPD, but treatments and lifestyle changes can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. The most important thing is quitting smoking since smoking causes most cases of COPD and quitting can help slow down the disease. People with COPD usually use inhalers or bronchodilators to help open the airways and make breathing easier. For severe COPD, oxygen therapy may be needed if oxygen levels are low. Pulmonary rehabilitation, which includes exercises and breathing techniques to make the lungs stronger, can also help. 

    What is the life expectancy for someone with COPD? 

    Life expectancy for someone with COPD depends on how advanced the disease is. People with mild COPD can live many years if they stop smoking and follow their treatment plan. In more advanced cases, life expectancy may be shorter, but early diagnosis, regular care, and lifestyle changes can still make a big difference. Using oxygen, staying active, and managing symptoms well can help people with severe COPD live longer, healthier lives. 

    When should I see a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near Dexter, MI?

    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 a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near Dexter, MI?

    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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctors near Dexter, MI?

    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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctors near Dexter, MI?

    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 a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near Dexter, MI?

    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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) 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 a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near Dexter, MI?

    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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) 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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) 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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctors near Dexter, MI?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) 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 a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) 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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