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    MediFind found 34 doctor with experience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) near Santa Cruz, CA. Of these, 30 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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      Eunice Kim
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Santa Cruz Center

      2025 Soquel Avenue, 3rd Floor, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Eunice Kim is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Bronchiectasis, Lung Metastases, Asthma, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

      Maly N. Oron
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Santa Cruz Center

      2025 Soquel Avenue, Floor 3, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Maly Oron is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Oron 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, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). Dr. Oron is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Santa Cruz Center

      2025 Soquel Avenue, Floor 4, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nicole Sudduth is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Sudduth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 400, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sunil Ayyagari is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Ayyagari 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), Lung Metastases, Sepsis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ayyagari 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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Ellison is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Ellison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      540 Soquel Ave, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Minkner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Minkner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      1080 Emeline Ave, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Judith Kelley-Macek is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Kelley-Macek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

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

      County Of Santa Cruz

      1080 Emeline Ave, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amy Mcentee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Mcentee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Congenital Microcoria, and Obesity.

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

      Sutter Bay Medical Foundation

      2025 Soquel Ave, 
      Santa Cruez, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Somers is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruez, California. Dr. Somers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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

      Santa Cruz Community Health Centers

      1510 Capitola Rd, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Casey Kirkhart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Kirkhart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Vertigo.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Laura Likar is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Likar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Bronchiectasis, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrea Ling is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Ling has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Lung Metastases, Asthma, and Asthma in Children.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Tuong Vu is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Vu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 230, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Louisell is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Louisell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Collapsed Lung, Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, and Pleurisy.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Potts is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Potts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Colonoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 230, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lily Zeng is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Zeng 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, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Lung Metastases.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 400, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Yingwei Qi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Qi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paul Godin is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Godin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Lung Metastases.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John Bergren is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Bergren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Alcoholic Neuropathy, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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

      Dignity Health Medical Foundation

      1595 Soquel Dr, Suite 400, 
      Santa Cruz, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Thanh Vu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Vu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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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 Santa Cruz, CA?

      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 Santa Cruz, CA?

      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 Santa Cruz, CA?

      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 Santa Cruz, CA?

      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 Santa Cruz, CA?

      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 Santa Cruz, CA?

      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 Santa Cruz, CA?

      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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