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    MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) near Athens, TN. Of these, 18 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    24 providers found
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine

      Athens Physicians Practice LLC

      711 Cook Dr, Suite 220, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kevin Gooch is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Gooch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Lung Metastases, Diverticular Disease, Coronary Heart Disease, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gooch is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Statcare Inpatient LLC

      1114 W Madison Ave, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Stanfield is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Stanfield is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hip Replacement, and Ureteroscopy.

      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

      Athens Physicians Practice LLC

      711 Cook Dr, Suite 100, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Katherine Hall is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Hall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Cellulitis, Venous Insufficiency, and Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome. Dr. Hall 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
      711 Cook Dr, Suite 100, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Byrd is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Byrd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Byrd is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      711 Cook Dr, Suite 110, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Ivins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Ivins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, High Cholesterol, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Chronic Pain.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      711 Cook Dr, Suite 100, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jenny Byrd is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Byrd 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 Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Byrd is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Athens Physicians Practice LLC

      711 Cook Dr, Suite 100, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Theodore Tucker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Tucker 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, Idiopathic Edema, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Shingles. Dr. Tucker is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Athens Physicians Practice LLC

      719 Cook Dr, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Vickie Turnbough is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Turnbough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypertension. Dr. Turnbough is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      1031 W Madison Ave, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Wallace Burroughs is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Burroughs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Triple X Syndrome, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Burroughs is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Statcare Inpatient LLC

      1114 W Madison Ave, 
      Athens, TN 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nathan Reed is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Acute Kidney Failure, Peptic Ulcer, and Pneumonia.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      135 N Meadow Dr, Suite A, 
      Athens, TN 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Johnnie Carter is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Carter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Loin Pain Hematuria Syndrome, Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, Empyema, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy. Dr. Carter 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
      304 Church St, 
      Sweetwater, TN 
       (13.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ronald Cherry is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sweetwater, Tennessee. Dr. Cherry is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Asbestosis, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Atypical Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Cherry is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Athens Physicians Practice LLC

      305 Grady Rd, Suite B, 
      Etowah, TN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Timothy Collins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Etowah, Tennessee. Dr. Collins 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, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Collins is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Summit Medical Group, PLLC

      301 Grady Rd, 
      Etowah, TN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joel Riley is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Etowah, Tennessee. Dr. Riley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Riley is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Internal Medicine
      301 Grady Rd, 
      Etowah, TN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Russell Watters is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Etowah, Tennessee. Dr. Watters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Dysarthria, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Watters is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
      Family Medicine
      398 N Main St, 
      Decatur, TN 
       (12.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Rodney Roberts is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Decatur, Tennessee. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma. Dr. Roberts is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ocoee Regional Health Corporation

      305 River Rd, 
      Decatur, TN 
       (12.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Manvesh Sinha is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Decatur, Tennessee. Dr. Sinha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Sinha is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Sweetwater Hospital Association

      304 Church St, 
      Sweetwater, TN 
       (13.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric Poston is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sweetwater, Tennessee. Dr. Poston 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, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Poston is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Sweetwater Hospital Association

      304 Church St, 
      Sweetwater, TN 
       (13.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christopher Shamblin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sweetwater, Tennessee. Dr. Shamblin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Shamblin is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Sweetwater Hospital Association

      304 Church St, 
      Sweetwater, TN 
       (13.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Laurence James is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sweetwater, Tennessee. Dr. James is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Shingles, and Hip Replacement. Dr. James 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 Athens, TN?

      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 Athens, TN?

      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 Athens, TN?

      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 Athens, TN?

      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 Athens, TN?

      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 Athens, TN?

      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 Athens, TN?

      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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