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    MediFind found 291 doctor with experience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) near North Kansas City, MO. Of these, 235 are Experienced, 47 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Justin Ranes
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Justin Ranes
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Office

      2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 605, 
      Kansas City,, MO 
       (0.4 miles away)
      816-474-3700
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances

      Justin Ranes is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Kansas City,, Missouri. Dr. Ranes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Emphysema.

      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. James B. Ladesich
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. James B. Ladesich
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2800 Clay Edwards Dr, Medical Staff Services, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      James Ladesich is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Ladesich 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, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Ladesich is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Alexis H. Meredith
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Alexis H. Meredith
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2800 Clay Edwards Dr, Medical Staff Services, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Alexis Meredith is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Meredith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Meredith is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Allison L. Medlin
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Allison L. Medlin
      Family Medicine

      Centerwell Senior Primary Care Mo PC

      300 N Osage St, Suite 200, 
      Independence, MO 
       (8.9 miles away)
      816-490-4277
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Allison Medlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Medlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Medlin is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Andrea Anthony
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Andrea Anthony
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Hellman & Rosen Endocrine Associates PC

      2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 1250, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (0.4 miles away)
      816-691-5098
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances

      Andrea Anthony is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Anthony 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, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Jason A. Fieser
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Jason A. Fieser
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2800 Clay Edwards Dr, Medical Staff Services, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Jason Fieser is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Fieser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Fieser is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Debashree Tosh-Mitchell
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Debashree Tosh-Mitchell
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2800 Clay Edwards Dr, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-691-2021
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bengali
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Debashree Tosh-Mitchell is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Tosh-Mitchell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, and Lung Nodules. Dr. Tosh-Mitchell is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Abdel-qader K. Al-Bashabsheh
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Abdel-qader K. Al-Bashabsheh
      Internal Medicine

      University Health Physicians

      2301 Holmes St, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      816-404-1000
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Abdel-qader Al-Bashabsheh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Al-Bashabsheh has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Acute Kidney Failure, Hip Replacement, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Al-Bashabsheh is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Gary A. Salzman
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Gary A. Salzman
      Pulmonary Medicine

      University Health Physicians

      2301 Holmes St, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      816-404-1000
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Gary Salzman is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Salzman 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, Asthma, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Salzman is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Sarah N. Dubin
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Sarah N. Dubin
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      University Health Physicians

      2301 Holmes St, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      816-404-1000
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Sarah Dubin is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Dubin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Dubin is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Matthias A. Salathe
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Matthias A. Salathe
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Kansas University Physicians Inc

      4000 Cambridge St, 
      Kansas City, KS 
       (6.3 miles away)
      913-588-1227
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, German
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Matthias Salathe is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Salathe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchiectasis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection. Dr. Salathe is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Worawute Supaongprapa
      Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Worawute Supaongprapa
      Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

      Missouri Intensivist Services LLC

      2316 E Meyer Blvd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (9.3 miles away)
      816-276-4000
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Thai
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Worawute Supaongprapa is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Supaongprapa 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, Eosinophilic Pneumonia, Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Supaongprapa is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Kathryn A. Hanson
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Kathryn A. Hanson
      Internal Medicine
      2700 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 400, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-421-4240
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances

      Kathryn Hanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hanson 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, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Michael W. Raybould
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Michael W. Raybould
      Internal Medicine
      2700 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 400, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-421-4240
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Raybould is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Raybould is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Chronic Kidney Disease, Familial Hypertension, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Raybould is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Dana D. Vossler
      Hospital Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Dana D. Vossler
      Hospital Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2700 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 240, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-455-0681
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Dana Vossler is a Hospital Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Vossler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Colonoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Vossler is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Stephanie P. Swords
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Stephanie P. Swords
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2700 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 400, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-421-4240
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephanie Swords is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Swords is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Colonoscopy. Dr. Swords is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Varaporn Treemaneekarn
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Varaporn Treemaneekarn
      Internal Medicine

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2700 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 400, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-421-4240
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Varaporn Treemaneekarn is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Treemaneekarn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Pneumonia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Treemaneekarn is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Thomas K. Labruzzo
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Thomas K. Labruzzo
      Internal Medicine
      2700 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 400, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-421-4240
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Labruzzo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Labruzzo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Labruzzo is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Jessica L. Upchurch
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Jessica L. Upchurch
      Internal Medicine

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2700 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 240, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-455-0681
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Jessica Upchurch is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Upchurch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Lymphangitis, Acute Cystitis, Pneumonia, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. Dr. Upchurch is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Jason J. So
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

      Dr. Jason J. So
      Family Medicine
      2750 Clay Edwards Dr, Ste 200a, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-968-9320
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Jason So is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. So is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. So is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 North Kansas City, 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 North Kansas City, 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 do I find the best Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near North Kansas City, MO?

      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 North Kansas City, 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 North Kansas City, 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 North Kansas City, 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 North Kansas City, 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 North Kansas City, 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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