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    MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) near Carthage, MO. Of these, 35 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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

      Mcpherson Medical And Diagnostic LLC

      3071 S Grand Ave, 
      Carthage, MO 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Timothy Mcpherson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carthage, Missouri. Dr. Mcpherson 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, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Mcpherson is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Freeman-Oak Hill Health System

      719 W Centennial Ave, 
      Carthage, MO 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Harold Smart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carthage, Missouri. Dr. Smart 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, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Smart is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine

      Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC

      1615 Hazel Ave, 
      Carthage, MO 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Luke Pyron is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carthage, Missouri. Dr. Pyron 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), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Pyron is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC

      1615 Hazel Ave, 
      Carthage, MO 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Chad Wagoner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carthage, Missouri. Dr. Wagoner 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 Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Wagoner is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC

      1615 Hazel Ave, 
      Carthage, MO 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      James Dailey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carthage, Missouri. Dr. Dailey 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), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Dailey is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Mercy Hospital Carthage

      3116 Medical Park Dr, 
      Carthage, MO 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jonathan Haffner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carthage, Missouri. Dr. Haffner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Haffner is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC

      3125 Dr Russell Smith Way, 
      Carthage, MO 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Johnny Venter is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Carthage, Missouri. Dr. Venter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease. Dr. Venter is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Freeman-Oak Hill Health System

      1102 W 32 St, 
      Joplin, MO 
       (14.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients

      Essam Elkady is a Sleep Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Elkady is rated as a Distinguished 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), Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Elkady is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Freeman-Oak Hill Health System

      1002 Mcintosh Cir, 
      Joplin, MO 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Philip Slocum is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Slocum 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), Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Slocum is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Freeman-Oak Hill Health System

      1636 S Madison St, 
      Webb City, MO 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Erin Kern is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Webb City, Missouri. Dr. Kern has been practicing medicine for over 16 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 Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome, Huntington Disease, Coronary Heart Disease, and COVID-19. Dr. Kern is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Freeman-Oak Hill Health System

      1636 S Madison St, 
      Webb City, MO 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi
      Accepting New Patients

      Natasha Kataria is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Webb City, Missouri. Dr. Kataria has been practicing medicine for over 16 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 Acute Cystitis, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Cardiomyopathy, and Ballinger-Wallace Syndrome. Dr. Kataria is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      1206 W Fountain Rd, 
      Webb City, MO 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Rajendrakumar Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Webb City, Missouri. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Endoscopy. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      3130 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 6, 
      Joplin, MO 
       (13.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sean Pfeffer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Pfeffer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease. Dr. Pfeffer is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Freeman-Oak Hill Health System

      3202 Mcintosh Cir, Suite 103, 
      Joplin, MO 
       (13.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Bernard Bettasso is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Bettasso is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Bettasso 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

      Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC

      100 Mercy Way, Mercy Clinic Joplin Intens, 
      Joplin, MO 
       (14.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Nida Junaid is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Junaid has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and 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, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Bullae. Dr. Junaid is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC

      100 Mercy Way, Mercy Clinic Joplin Intens, 
      Joplin, MO 
       (14.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Igbo
      Accepting New Patients

      Festus Ndukwu is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Ndukwu 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, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ndukwu is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Freeman-Oak Hill Health System

      1002 Mcintosh Cir, Suite 4, 
      Joplin, MO 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Adnan Khan is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Khan 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, Pneumonia, and Atypical Pneumonia. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      2705 S Range Line Rd Ste A, 
      Joplin, MO 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Iftikhar Ali is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Ali is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Ali is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC

      6151 N Main St Rd, Mercy Clinic Joplin Stone', 
      Webb City, MO 
       (10.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Luke Wicke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Webb City, Missouri. Dr. Wicke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Fragile XE Syndrome, and Fragile X Syndrome. Dr. Wicke is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC

      6151 N Main St Rd, Mercy Clinic Joplin Stone', 
      Webb City, MO 
       (10.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Glen King is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Webb City, Missouri. Dr. King is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. King 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 Carthage, MO?

      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 Carthage, MO?

      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 Carthage, MO?

      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 Carthage, MO?

      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 Carthage, MO?

      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 Carthage, MO?

      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 Carthage, MO?

      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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