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    MediFind found 43 doctor with experience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) near Winder, GA. Of these, 36 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Rami B. Arfoosh
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Rami B. Arfoosh
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine

      Pulmonary And Sleep Specialists Of Northeast Georgia, PC

      30 Satellite Dr, Suite 200, 
      Winder, GA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      770-586-0300
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Rami Arfoosh is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Winder, Georgia. Dr. Arfoosh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Asthma. Dr. Arfoosh is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Kimtuyen N. Nguyen
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Kimtuyen N. Nguyen
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Pulmonary And Sleep Specialists Of Northeast Georgia, PC

      30 Satellite Dr, 
      Winder, GA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      770-586-0300
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kimtuyen Nguyen is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Winder, Georgia. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Pneumonia. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Lonnie K. Sipsy
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Lonnie K. Sipsy
      Internal Medicine

      Medlink Georgia Inc

      137 W Athens St, Suite 103, 
      Winder, GA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      770-867-6633
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
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      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lonnie Sipsy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Winder, Georgia. Dr. Sipsy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Sipsy is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Hugh O. Hodges
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Hugh O. Hodges
      Family Medicine

      Family Physicians, PA

      314 N Broad St, Suite 130, 
      Winder, GA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      770-867-9186
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Hugh Hodges is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Winder, Georgia. Dr. Hodges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, and Enlarged Liver. Dr. Hodges is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Doy O. Gay
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Doy O. Gay
      Family Medicine

      Family Physicians, PA

      314 N Broad St, 
      Winder, GA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      770-867-9186
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Doy Gay is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Winder, Georgia. Dr. Gay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Gay is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Michael K. Sopt
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Michael K. Sopt
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Athens Primary Care LLC

      340 Exchange Blvd, 
      Bethlehem, GA 
       (3.7 miles away)
      678-963-7300
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Czech
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      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Sopt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bethlehem, Georgia. Dr. Sopt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Sopt is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Thomas E. Bat
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Thomas E. Bat
      Family Medicine

      Southeast Medical Group, P.C.

      1255 Friendship Rd, Suite 130, 
      Braselton, GA 
       (11.0 miles away)
      770-442-1911
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Bat is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Braselton, Georgia. Dr. Bat is rated as an Advanced 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 High Cholesterol. Dr. Bat is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Rachel E. Nisbet
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Rachel E. Nisbet
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Pulmonary And Sleep Specialists Of Northeast Georgia, PC

      2075 Hamilton Creek Pkwy, Suite 200, 
      Dacula, GA 
       (12.3 miles away)
      770-586-0300
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Rachel Nisbet is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Dacula, Georgia. Dr. Nisbet is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Bronchiectasis. Dr. Nisbet is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Amar V. Mohan
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Amar V. Mohan
      Internal Medicine

      Transitional Care Physicians Of Georgia PC

      704 Breedlove Dr, Suite A, 
      Monroe, GA 
       (14.5 miles away)
      888-772-0076
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Tamil
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Amar Mohan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Monroe, Georgia. 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 Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Dementia. Dr. Mohan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Albert Warren
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Albert Warren
      Family Medicine

      Chronic Disease Management Of Georgia LLC

      704 Breedlove Dr, Suite A, 
      Monroe, GA 
       (14.5 miles away)
      888-772-0076
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Albert Warren is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Monroe, Georgia. 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 Peripheral Artery Disease, Empyema, Sinusitis, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Warren is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Michel Jeannot
      Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Michel Jeannot
      Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
      101 Tara Commons Dr, 
      Loganville, GA 
       (14.9 miles away)
      866-562-1866
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Spanish
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michel Jeannot is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Loganville, Georgia. Dr. Jeannot is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Cerebral Hypoxia. Dr. Jeannot is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Jyotir H. Jani
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Jyotir H. Jani
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Athens Primary Care LLC

      528 Panther Dr, 
      Jefferson, GA 
       (10.6 miles away)
      706-387-5656
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Czech, Spanish
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jyotir Jani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jefferson, Georgia. Dr. Jani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Jani is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Muhammad Usman
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Muhammad Usman
      Family Medicine

      North Atlanta Primary Care

      1255 Friendship Road, Ste130, 
      Braselton, GA 
       (11.0 miles away)
      678-341-6350
      Experience:
      11+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances

      Muhammad Usman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Braselton, Georgia. Dr. Usman has been practicing medicine for over 11 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 Obesity, High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Andrew Wang
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Andrew Wang
      Family Medicine

      Southeast Medical Group, P.C.

      1255 Friendship Rd, Suite 130, 
      Braselton, GA 
       (11.0 miles away)
      770-442-1911
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Andrew Wang is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Braselton, Georgia. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Nephrocalcinosis, Calciphylaxis, Calcinosis, and Decorticate Posture. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Uday K. Tata
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Uday K. Tata
      Internal Medicine

      Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Inc

      1515 River Pl, Suite 200, 
      Braselton, GA 
       (11.0 miles away)
      770-848-6103
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Uday Tata is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Braselton, Georgia. Dr. Tata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Peptic Ulcer, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Tata is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Sumathi Puttu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Sumathi Puttu
      Family Medicine

      Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Urgent Care LLC

      852 Dacula Rd, 
      Dacula, GA 
       (11.3 miles away)
      770-848-9381
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Sumathi Puttu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dacula, Georgia. Dr. Puttu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Hyperlipidemia Type 3, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Puttu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Bartley R. Richards
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Bartley R. Richards
      Family Medicine
      1654 Washington St, 
      Jefferson, GA 
       (12.2 miles away)
      706-367-5006
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Bartley Richards is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jefferson, Georgia. Dr. Richards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Empyema, Sinusitis, Tracheitis, and Bronchitis. Dr. Richards is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Malik M. Malik
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Malik M. Malik
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Pulmonary And Sleep Specialists Of Northeast Georgia, PC

      2075 Hamilton Creek Pkwy, Suite 200, 
      Dacula, GA 
       (12.3 miles away)
      770-586-0300
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Arabic - Jordanian
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Malik Malik is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Dacula, Georgia. Dr. Malik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Malik is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Michelle L. Plaster
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Michelle L. Plaster
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics

      Our Family Health Center

      1016 E Spring St, 
      Monroe, GA 
       (13.3 miles away)
      770-464-0280
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michelle Plaster is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in Monroe, Georgia. Dr. Plaster 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, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Plaster is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Bryan T. Kirkland
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Bryan T. Kirkland
      Internal Medicine

      Our Family Health Center

      1016 E Spring St, 
      Monroe, GA 
       (13.3 miles away)
      770-464-0280
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bryan Kirkland is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Monroe, Georgia. Dr. Kirkland 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, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Kirkland 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.

      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 Winder, GA?

      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 Winder, GA?

      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 do I find the best Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near Winder, GA?

      You can find a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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      How does MediFind rank Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctors near Winder, GA?

      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 Winder, GA?

      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 Winder, GA?

      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 Winder, GA?

      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 Winder, GA?

      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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