The 20 Best Collapsed Lung Doctors Near Me in Maryland, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 203 doctor with experience in Collapsed Lung near Maryland, US. Of these, 175 are Experienced, 27 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. David Feigin is a Professor (PAR) in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Radiology and Radiological Science. His area of clinical expertise is diagnostic radiology. Dr. Feigin previously served as the Associate Director of Residency in Diagnostic Radiology program and the Director of Chest Imaging. Dr. Feigin received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University. He earned his M.D. from New York University. He completed his residency and performed a fellowship in Nuclear Medicine at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Feigin’s research interests are chest imaging, specializing in plain films and HRCT education, especially for post-graduate students. Dr. Feigin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Pleural Effusion, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Pleurisy. Dr. Feigin is board certified in American Board Of Nuclear Medicine and American Board Of Radiology.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Radiology
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Radiology

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. John Eng is a Professor and Vice Chair of Faculty Academic Development in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Radiology and Radiological Science with a joint appointment in the Division of Health Sciences Informatics at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. His area of clinical expertise is diagnostic radiology. Dr. Eng received his undergraduate degree from University of Wisconsin and earned his M.D. from University of Wisconsin Medical School. He completed his residency in radiology at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Eng was a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Scholar at the National Institutes of Health and a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Eng’s research interests are in the statistical evaluation of diagnostic tests, radiology informatics, and evidence-based radiology. Dr. Eng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Collapsed Lung, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy. Dr. Eng is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    General Surgery

    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Rubenstein BLDG Lower Level, Rubenstein BLDG Lower Level, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shaun M. Kunisaki, MD, MSc, is Professor of Surgery at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, a Robert & Jane Meyerhoff Professor at Johns Hopkins University, and Associate Chief of Strategy and Integration in the Division of General Pediatric Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center. Dr. Kunisaki's clinical practice spans the full breadth of pediatric general, thoracic, and fetal surgery, but he is a nationally and internationally recognized authority in the prenatal and postnatal management of congenital thoracic anomalies, including lung malformations, esophageal atresia, and congenital diaphragmatic hernia. He is the Director of the Fetal Program in General Pediatric Surgery and chairs the Prenatal Pediatrics Steering Committee, a collaboration between the Johns Hopkins Children's Center and the Department of Gynecology & Obstetrics at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. As Director of the Pediatric Esophageal Center, he specializes in the management of complex esophageal disorders such as long-gap esophageal atresia. He serves on the Editorial Board of several journals, including Pediatrics and Surgery, and holds senior leadership positions in the American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA), Section on Surgery of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the Society of University Surgeons (SUS). Dr. Kunisaki has published over 100 peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters. His laboratory is funded by the National Institutes of Health and is largely focused on using stem cells derived from a patient's own tissues to better understand and treat several important pediatric surgical diseases. His team has developed techniques to reprogram fetal and neonatal tissues into pluripotent stem cells and organoids, and are working with scientists and engineers to improve long-term outcomes for children with severe birth defects, including spina bifida and congenital diaphragmatic hernia. More recently, he founded the Eastern Pediatric Surgery Network (EPSN), a clinical research collaborative composed of pediatric surgeons from over 20 children's hospitals in the country. A native of southern California, Dr. Kunisaki graduated with honors from Harvard College, the London School of Economics and Political Science, and Harvard Medical School. He completed general surgery residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School followed by a pediatric surgery fellowship at the University of Michigan. He also did additional research fellowships at the Massachusetts General Hospital and at Boston Children's Hospital. Philanthropy plays a crucial role in the work Dr. Kunisaki does by providing seed funding for research, funding for the best educational resources to train the future generation of pediatric surgeons, and additional support services for families receiving treatment that are not covered by insurance. Support Dr. Kunisaki. Dr. Kunisaki is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Lobar Emphysema, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kunisaki is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

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    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Dr. David Lee is a radiologist who specializes in diagnostic radiology with expertise in abdominal imaging. He received his Medical degree from New York Medical College and completed a pediatric internship at Montefiore Medical Center, followed by a radiology residency at Cooper Hospital University Medical Center. Dr. Lee is fellowship-trained in cross-sectional body imaging from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is currently an Instructor at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and looks forward to joining the Community Radiology Division. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fecal Impaction, Collapsed Lung, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Craig received his Bachelor’s degree from the U.S. Naval Academy, followed by medical school at The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. During his career as a Navy radiologist, Dr. Craig served as Radiologic Consultant to the White House and Capitol Physician and as Chairman of Radiology at both Bethesda Naval Hospital and the Department of Radiologic Pathology at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology where he was also section head of Genito-Urinary Imaging. Dr. Craig specializes in oncologic imaging and abdominal imaging with a focus on the genito-urinary system lecturing both nationally and internationally. He currently serves as Chairman of Radiology at Suburban Hospital, volunteers with the American Board of Radiology and is a journal reviewer for Radiographics. Dr. Craig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Craig is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jamshid Danaie is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Danaie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Collapsed Lung, and Gas Bloat Syndrome. Dr. Danaie is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Interventional Radiology

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi

    Dr. Shadpour Demehri is a Professor in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Radiology and Radiological Science. He specializes in diagnostic radiology and musculoskeletal (MSK) radiology. Dr. Demehri received his M.D. from Tehran University School of Medicine in 2003. He completed a fellowship in radiology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He performed his residency in diagnostic radiology in 2010 at Brigham & Women’s Hospital, where he subsequently completed two fellowships, one in musculoskeletal and nuclear radiology and a second in noninvasive cardiovascular imaging. He joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in September 2012. Dr. Demehri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Metachondromatosis, Osteotomy, and Aneurysm Repair. Dr. Demehri is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    Suburban Hospital

    Bethesda, MD 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish, Urdu

    Dr. Syed joins the Community Radiology Division from Eastern Radiologists in Greenville, NC where he also served as an Affiliate Associate Professor of Radiology at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He received his Medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Syed completed his radiology residency at Tufts Medical Center, followed by a Cross-sectional Body Imaging fellowship at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Syed also has a M.S. in Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Syed is a radiologist with subspecialty expertise in gastrointestinal and genitourinary imaging. Dr. Syed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Collapsed Lung, and Angiomyoma. Dr. Syed is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French

    Dr. Laura M. Fayad serves as the Chief of Musculoskeletal Imaging. She is a Professor in the Johns Hopkins University Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Department of Oncology, and Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Fayad is also the Director of the Translational Research Program in the Department of Radiology. Dr. Fayad earned a Bachelor of Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a Master of Science at Stanford University, and M.D. C.M. degrees at the McGill University Faculty of Medicine. She completed residency training at Columbia University and MRI Fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University. She specializes in diagnostic and interventional musculoskeletal radiology. In addition to routine sports medicine and spine applications, Dr. Fayad protocols and interprets specialized examinations in the areas of peripheral nerve imaging, tumor imaging, and rheumatology. Her primary area of research focuses on novel imaging techniques for musculoskeletal tumors, with her work including well over 100 publications that have been cited more than 1,500 times. Dr. Fayad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schwannomatosis, Neurofibromatosis, Liposarcoma, and Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2). Dr. Fayad is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Stephen C. Yang is a professor of surgery and medical oncology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and The Johns Hopkins Hospital. In October 2008 he was named the first recipient of The Arthur B. and Patricia B. Modell Professor in Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Yang is an extreme supporter of medical students, being the only surgeon (amongst 20 chosen from the School of Medicine) for the medical student advisory Colleges system, and is the faculty sponsor for the Surgery Interest Group and the Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association. Dr. Yang graduated from Duke University with a B.A. in Chemistry and received his M.D. degree from the Medical College of Virginia. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, and finished his cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia. He also completed a 3 year thoracic surgical oncology research fellowship at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. He currently serves on the Postgraduate Affairs, Medical School Admissions, Educational Policy, and Curriculum Reform Committees in the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He served on numerous national and international committees for these organizations, and is the Taskforce Chair on the Looking to the Future Residency Scholarships for the Society of Thoracic Surgeons He is Editor of Practical Reviews in Chest Medicine and guest editor/ reviewer for numerous peer review journals. He is co-editor of the book Current Therapy in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, edited the esophageal surgical section in the 2nd edition of Atlas of Gastrointestinal Surgery with John Cameron, M.D., and series editor-in-chief of The Early Diagnosis of Cancer also editing the book volume of The Early Diagnosis of Lung Cancer. In 2001, he and his lung transplant team were featured in the ABC series 24/7 and is currently also being followed in the sequel to that series focusing in on resident and medical student teaching. This series as well as other experiences are still shown on the Discovery Channel. The extensive work in preparing an esophageal cancer patient for surgery on the BBC and the Discovery Channel. Dr. Yang's laboratory research interests include using molecular techniques for lung cancer screening and for molecular staging of micrometastasis to predict recurrence following surgical resection. His clinical practice and research covers the breath of general thoracic surgery in pulmonary and esophageal surgery, video-assisted and robotics thoracic surgery, mediastinal and pleural work, lung volume reduction surgery for emphysema, and work in geriatric thoracic surgery. Dr. Yang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Yang is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Radiology
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Radiology

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Dr. Ammar Al-Ibrahemmi is a Diagnostic Clinical Associate in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Radiology and Radiological Science. Dr. Al-Ibrahemmi specializes in diagnostic and cross-sectional imaging. He received his undergraduate and a medical degree from Baghdad University-Iraq, College of Medicine. He has diagnostic radiology residency training from the Iraqi Board for Medical Specializations, Arab Medical Center, and The Medical City-Baghdad Teaching Hospital. Dr. Al-Ibrahemmi performed a diagnostic radiology clinical observership at St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital, Texas Medical Center and was a postdoctoral fellow at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Al-Ibrahemmi completed a radiology residency in 2017, at Wayne State University, Detroit Medical Center, where he was Valedictorian. He most recently completed a cross-imaging fellowship at Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Al is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy. Dr. Al is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Distinguished in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery | Cardiology

    Kaiser Permanente - Thoracic Surgery

    1400 Forest Glen Road, Suite 330, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Philip Corcoran is a Cardiologist and a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Corcoran is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Pleurisy, Heart Transplant, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Corcoran is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Rd, 
    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bryan Defranco is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Defranco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Diverticular Disease, Collapsed Lung, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Intensive Care Medicine

    TidalHealth Peninsula Regional

    100 E Carroll St, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yashvir Sangwan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Sangwan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

    St Agnes Hospital

    3407 Wilkens Avenue, Suite 220, Suite 220, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gavin Henry is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Henry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Henry is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery and American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    Montgomery General Hospital Inc

    18101 Prince Philip Dr, 
    Olney, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Huppmann is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Huppmann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Collapsed Lung
    Advanced in Collapsed Lung

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    4940 Eastern Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Himabindu Tadimeti is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Tadimeti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Collapsed Lung, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Vikash Gupta is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholesterol Pneumonia, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Collapsed Lung, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Gupta is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Thoracic Surgery

    UPMC Cardiothoracic Surgery

    12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 420, 
    Cumberland, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Nelson, MD, specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and is board certified in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. He practices at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Nelson completed his fellowship and residency at West Virginia University School of Medicine and medical education at University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Nelson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Experienced in Collapsed Lung
    Experienced in Collapsed Lung

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Dr. Ahlawat earned a Bachelor of Arts with magna cum laude at New York University. She completed both her Medical Degree as well as residency training in diagnostic radiology at Rutgers University’s Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, NJ. Dr. Ahlawat completed her Pediatric Radiology Fellowship at the Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, DC and went on to Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD to do a Fellowship in musculoskeletal radiology. After completion of her fellowship, Dr. Ahlawat joined as faculty in the Diagnostic Division of the department of Radiology at the Johns Hopkins University. Currently, she is an Assistant Professor in the Johns Hopkins University Department of Radiology and Radiological Science. Dr. Ahlawat’s expertise is Diagnostic Radiology with additional training in pediatric and musculoskeletal radiology. Dr. Ahlawat specializes in high resolution magnetic resonance (MR) imaging of peripheral nerves, specifically detection and characterization of peripheral nerve injury; MR imaging of peripheral nerve tumors and peripheral nerve tumor syndromes; whole body MR imaging in the setting of peripheral nerve tumor syndromes; and advanced MR techniques such as quantitative diffusion weighted imaging and apparent diffusion coefficient mapping in characterization of bone and soft tissue tumors. Dr. Shivani Ahlawat also serves as the Director of the Musculoskeletal Fellowship Program. Dr. Ahlawat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Collapsed Lung. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schwannomatosis, Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma. Dr. Ahlawat is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 in Maryland, US?

    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 in Maryland, US?

    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 in Maryland, US?

    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 in Maryland, US?

    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 in Maryland, US?

    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 in Maryland, US?

    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 in Maryland, US?

    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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