The 20 Best Collapsed Lung Doctors Near Me in Boston, MA

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The 20 Best Collapsed Lung Doctors near Boston, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 158 doctor with experience in Collapsed Lung near Boston, MA. Of these, 135 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Rachna Madan
    Distinguished in Collapsed Lung
    Distinguished in Collapsed Lung

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachna Madan is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Madan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. Her top areas of expertise are Collapsed Lung, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

    Sidharta P. Gangadharan
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sidharta Gangadharan is a Thoracic Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gangadharan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Jon O. Wee
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jon Wee is the Esophageal Surgery Section Chief, Director of Robotics in Thoracic Surgery, and co-Director of Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He is also an Associate Program Director for Thoracic Surgery and is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Wee received his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine and completed his surgical training at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He then went on to complete his cardiothoracic surgery training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is board certified in surgery and thoracic surgery.Dr. Wee’s clinical interest is in minimally invasive approaches to thoracic diseases. These include minimally invasive and robotic esophagectomy, lobectomy, thymectomy and mediastinal resection for thoracic malignancies.  In addition, he treats benign esophageal disease such as gastro-esophageal reflux disease, giant paraesophageal hernias, diverticulum, etc. He performs POEM procedures for achalasia as well as sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis and endoluminal therapies such as PDT, laser, and stents for palliation. His research interest is in the use of minimally invasive techniques to decrease pain, improve recovery, and improve ultimate outcomes. Dr. Wee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

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    Ciaran Mcnamee
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ciaran McNamee is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. He is chief of thoracic surgery at Kent Hospital and is an instructor in surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. McNamee received his medical degree from McGill University in Canada and completed a surgery residency at University of Alberta Hospital as well as cardiothoracic surgery residencies at Broadgreen Hospital and Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. He completed a clinical fellowship in thoracic surgery at the University of Manitoba and a research fellowship in thoracic surgery at the University of Alberta. Board certified in surgery and thoracic surgery, Dr. McNamee holds a Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS). Dr. McNamee's clinical interests include lung cancer, lung cancer screening and esophageal cancer. His research focuses on mutational changes in lung cancer, regional outcome analysis and telemedicine. Dr. McNamee has been listed as one of America’s Top Doctors by Castle Connolly. Dr. Mcnamee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    John C. Wain
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wain joined the Brigham in February 2023 as a Surgeon, and Associate Chief of Quality and Safety, both for the Thoracic Surgery Department. Before joining the Brigham, Dr. Wain was the chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery and the vice chairman of the Department of Surgery at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center He’s a member of various societies, including the American Thoracic Society, the American College of Chest Physicians, the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Wain received his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University and his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College. He completed residency training in surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. After a surgical research fellowship at the City of Hope National Medical Center, he completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and Toronto General Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Wain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    Tufts Medical Center

    800 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daichi Hayashi is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hayashi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Bone Graft.

    Sucharita Kher
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Tufts Medical Center

    800 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sucharita Kher is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Aspergilloma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Chronic Cough, and Hip Replacement.

    Michael S. Kent
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Kent is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Richard I. Whyte
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Whyte is a Thoracic Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Whyte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Lung Nodules, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Vagotomy, and Endoscopy.

    Kai E. Swenson
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kai Swenson is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Swenson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Cerebral Hypoxia, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Jennifer L. Wilson
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Wilson is a Thoracic Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Gastrostomy.

    Mihir S. Parikh
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Mihir Parikh is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Parikh has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Gabriela Gayer
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 4, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German, Hebrew

    Gabriela Gayer is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. Her top areas of expertise are Collapsed Lung, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Pneumomediastinum, and Pleurisy.

    Ronald L. Eisenberg
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 4, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronald Eisenberg is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Eisenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Prerenal Azotemia, and Chronic Cough.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Larosa is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Larosa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Collapsed Lung, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Pediatric Radiology

    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Bauer is a Pediatric Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bauer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Exstrophy of the Bladder, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

    Steven J. Mentzer
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Steven J. Mentzer is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. He is a professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Mentzer received his medical degree from the University of Minnesota and received his general surgical residency training at the Brigham. He completed a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Toronto. Dr. Mentzer also completed a research fellowship at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute where he investigated the molecular mechanisms involved in the regulation of T lymphocyte function. He is board certified in surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, and surgical critical care.Dr. Mentzer’s clinical interests include diseases of the lungs and thoracic cancers, minimally invasive surgery of the lungs and esophagus, and minimally invasive surgery for esophageal cancer. Principal investigator for The Mentzer Lab, Dr. Mentzer is currently studying the adaptive processes involved in blood vessel growth (angiogenesis) and lung regeneration. Dr. Mentzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Daniel C. Wiener
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Daniel C. Daniel Wiener is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital and an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School. After graduating with honors from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, he completed his surgical training at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. With additional training as research fellow in tumor immunology at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, he then pursued his interest in thoracic surgery as a resident at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He is board certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery. Dr. Wiener is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

    Matthew J. Pommerening
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Matthew Pommerening is an Associate Surgeon in the Division of Thoracic Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Clinical Instructor in Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Pommerening is a native Texan and graduate of the University of Texas at Austin. He received both his medical degree and general surgery training from the University of Texas McGovern Medical School in Houston, where he also completed a two-year clinical research fellowship and Master of Science degree in Clinical Research. He went on to complete a cardiothoracic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) followed by a thoracic surgery fellowship at the Brigham. He is board certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery, and he is a member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the Association for Academic Surgery (AAS).Dr. Pommerening’s clinical practice is focused on the surgical and multidisciplinary care of patients with both benign and malignant thoracic and foregut diseases. His clinical interests and specialty include minimally invasive surgery, diagnostic and interventional airway procedures, thoracic oncology, and advanced foregut surgery. He is also interested in clinical outcomes research focused on designing and conducting clinical trials and quality improvement initiatives to advance evidence-based practice in thoracic surgery. Dr. Pommerening is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, Collapsed Lung, and Endoscopy.

    Matthew M. Rochefort
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Matthew Rochefort is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Milford Regional Medical Center, within the Division of Thoracic Surgery. He is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Rochefort received his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine (UMMSM) in Miami, FL, and completed a residency in General Surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in Los Angeles, CA. He went on to complete a residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. Dr. Rochefort’s clinical practice focuses on general thoracic oncology and the management and treatment of benign and malignant esophageal disease. He has a research interest in thoracic surgery clinical outcomes and quality assurance, as well as an education interest in improving surgical education, to find innovative techniques to foster clinical independence in a structured, reliable, and reproducible manner. Dr. Rochefort is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Collapsed Lung?

    A collapsed lung occurs when air escapes from the lung. The air then can fill the space outside of the lung between the lung and chest wall. This buildup of air puts pressure on the lung, so it cannot expand as much as it normally does when you take a breath.

    The medical name of this condition is pneumothorax.

    When should I see a Collapsed Lung doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Collapsed Lung doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Collapsed Lung doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 Collapsed Lung doctors near Boston, MA?

    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 Collapsed Lung doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Collapsed Lung doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Collapsed Lung 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 Collapsed Lung doctor near Boston, MA?

    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 Collapsed Lung 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 Collapsed Lung 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 Collapsed Lung doctors near Boston, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Collapsed Lung 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 Collapsed Lung doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Collapsed Lung 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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