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    MediFind found 50 doctor with experience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) near Northport, AL. Of these, 37 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Comprehensive Sleep Center PC

      1406 Mcfarland Blvd N, Suite C, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jeanne Lipscomb is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Lipscomb is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma in Children, and Asthma. Dr. Lipscomb is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      850 5th Ave E, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jerill Thomas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Tuscaloosa Lung And Sleep Consultants, PC

      701 University Blvd E, Suite 711, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Fausto Salinas is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Salinas has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchiectasis, COVID-19, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Salinas is currently accepting new patients.

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      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Tuscaloosa Lung And Sleep Consultants, PC

      701 University Blvd E, Suite 711, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mohammad Azam is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Azam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Azam is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Tuscaloosa Lung And Sleep Consultants, PC

      701 University Blvd E, Suite 711, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Kyathanahally Dinesh-Chandra is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Dinesh-Chandra 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), Lung Metastases, Pleural Effusion, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Dinesh-Chandra is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Tuscaloosa Lung And Sleep Consultants, PC

      701 University Blvd E, Suite 711, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Ranju Chandrashekariah is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Chandrashekariah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chandrashekariah is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Pinnacle Physician Group Llp

      2700 Hospital Dr, 
      Northport, AL 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Charles Abney is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Northport, Alabama. Dr. Abney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Necrosis, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Abney is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Northport Internal Medicine PC

      952 Rose Dr, 
      Northport, AL 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stephen Browne is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Northport, Alabama. Dr. Browne is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Browne is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Tuscaloosa Lung And Sleep Consultants, PC

      701 University Blvd E, Suite 711, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Pedro Lopez is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Lopez 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, Neurosarcoidosis, Sarcoidosis, and Bronchogenic Cyst. Dr. Lopez is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Pinnacle Physician Group Llp

      809 University Blvd E, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Gary Thomas is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Lung Metastases, and Coronary Heart Disease. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Tuskaloosa Internal Medicine LLC

      1100 Ruby Tyler Pkwy, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ross Vaughn is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Vaughn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Vaughn is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

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

      Tuskaloosa Internal Medicine LLC

      1100 Ruby Tyler Pkwy, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Warren is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Warren is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Warren is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Tuskaloosa Internal Medicine LLC

      1100 Ruby Tyler Pkwy, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Scott Fulgham is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Fulgham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Fulgham is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      3909 Mcfarland Blvd, 
      Northport, AL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Noah Lott is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Northport, Alabama. Dr. Lott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Headache, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Morning Sickness. Dr. Lott is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      3509 Watermelon Rd, 
      Northport, AL 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mary Clapp is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Northport, Alabama. Dr. Clapp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Clapp is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      971 Fairfax Park, Suite B, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Herman Fritz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Fritz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Physician Assistant | Pulmonary Medicine | Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Physician Assistant | Pulmonary Medicine | Gastroenterology

      G I Associates Of West Alabama PC

      1774 Mcfarland Blvd N, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lauren Bentley is a Physician Assistant and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Ms. Bentley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), Lung Metastases, Grass Allergy, and Bronchitis. Ms. Bentley is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      922 Fairfax Park, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Vernon Scott is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Cerebral Palsy. Dr. Scott is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine | General Practice | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine | General Practice | Internal Medicine

      Curewell Medical Center

      4108 Watermelon Rd, 
      Northport, AL 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Sunil Chandra is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Northport, Alabama. Dr. Chandra has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chandra is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      1015 Rice Valley Rd N, 
      Tuscaloosa, AL 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nancy Tactuk-Romanenko is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Tactuk-Romanenko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Cirrhosis, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Tactuk-Romanenko is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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.

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

      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 Northport, AL?

      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 Northport, AL?

      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 Northport, AL?

      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 Northport, AL?

      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 Northport, AL?

      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 Northport, AL?

      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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