The 20 Best Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Doctors Near Me in Phoenix, AZ

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

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 444 doctor with experience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) near Phoenix, AZ. Of these, 397 are Experienced, 41 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Banner Hospitalists At Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix

    1111 East McDowell Road, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karim El-Kersh is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. El-Kersh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Cystic Fibrosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. El-Kersh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Sleep Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease. Dr. El-Kersh is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Associates

    1112 E McDowell Rd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Kunelis is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Kunelis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Coccidioidomycosis, and Lung Nodules. Dr. Kunelis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kunelis is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Pueblo Family Physicians

    4350 N 19th Ave Ste 6, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    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). He is also highly rated in 90 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome. Dr. Cunningham is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians. Dr. Cunningham is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Pueblo Family Physicians

    4350 N 19th Ave Ste 6, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Don 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). He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, Myelitis, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome. Dr. Cunningham is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Cunningham is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Banner Hospitalists At Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix

    1111 East McDowell Road, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raed Alalawi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Alalawi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Endoscopy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Alalawi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Alalawi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Banner Good Samaritan

    1441 N 12th St, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shirley Nix is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Nix is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Nix is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Jasser Center For Comprehensive Care

    1010 E McDowell Rd Ste 300, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    M Jasser is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Jasser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 63 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Infant Hyperglycemia, Vertigo, and Obesity. Dr. Jasser is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jasser is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Jasser Center For Comprehensive Care

    1010 E McDowell Rd Ste 300, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dillian Lasalle is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Lasalle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypolipoproteinemia, Abetalipoproteinemia, Familial HDL Deficiency, and Fish-Eye Disease. Dr. Lasalle is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lasalle is currently accepting new patients.

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

    U. S. Public Health Service Phoenix Indian Medical Center

    4212 N 16th St, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hindi, Italian
    Accepting New Patients

    Sheela Kalangi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Kalangi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Rheumatoid Vasculitis, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Kalangi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Healthy Outlook Family Medicine

    1835 W Missouri Ave, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dawn Cohen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, and Obesity. Dr. Cohen is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Cohen is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Sunnyview Medical Center

    4400 N 32nd St Ste 110, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Clark is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Clark is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Sunny View Medical Center

    4400 N 32nd St, Ste 110, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Corcoran is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Corcoran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Insomnia, Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, and Gardner-Diamond Syndrome. Dr. Corcoran is board certified in Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Corcoran is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Banner - University Medicine Lung Institute

    755 East McDowell Road, Floor 3, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Iusim is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Iusim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Iusim is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Iusim is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Banner - University Medicine Internal Medicine Clinic

    1300 North 12th Street, Suite 508, Floor 5, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harvey Hsu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Hsu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hsu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Banner Hospitalists At Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix

    1111 East McDowell Road, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramachandra Sista is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Sista is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Sista is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Sista is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Associates

    1112 E McDowell Rd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Bichler is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Bichler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Cerebral Hypoxia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pneumonia. Dr. Bichler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bichler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Associates

    1112 E McDowell Rd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Teresa Heatly is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Heatly is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Coccidioidomycosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Bronchiectasis. Dr. Heatly is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Heatly is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1112 E McDowell Rd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Emad Wissa is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Wissa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Wissa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    General Practice
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery, LLC

    2320 N 3rd St, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Harding is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Harding is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Harding is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Harding is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Banner-University Super Specialists LLC

    755 E McDowell Rd Fl 4, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rajeev Saggar is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Saggar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Saggar is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Phoenix, AZ?

    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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