The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors Near Me in Athens, AL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 571 doctor with experience in Emphysema near Athens, AL. Of these, 489 are Experienced, 77 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Curtis is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Curtis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Curtis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Heart South Cardiovascular Group PC

    1022 1st St N Ste 500, 
    Alabaster, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Mcbrayer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alabaster, Alabama. Dr. Mcbrayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Necrosis, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Mcbrayer is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    Radiology Group P.A.

    1825 Park Pl, 
    Montgomery, AL 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Turner is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Montgomery, Alabama. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Turner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, and Carbuncle. Dr. Turner is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    Decatur Morgan Hospital

    1201 7th St SE, 
    Decatur, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Vernon Hurst is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Decatur, Alabama. Dr. Hurst is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Visceromegaly. Dr. Hurst is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama Hospital

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jack Hasson is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Hasson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Bronchiectasis, Lung Metastases, and Bullae. Dr. Hasson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    USA Health Providence Hospital

    6801 Airport Blvd, 
    Mobile, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Pennington is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Mobile, Alabama. Dr. Pennington is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Emphysema, and Ascites. Dr. Pennington is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Referral required

    Montgomery Open Mri

    7100 University Ct, 
    Montgomery, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Ross Barnett is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Montgomery, Alabama. Dr. Barnett is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Tenosynovitis, Vertigo, and Baker Cyst. Dr. Barnett is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Sleep Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Associates Of Mobile PC

    8725 County Road 64, 
    Daphne, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Bedsole is a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Daphne, Alabama. Dr. Bedsole is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Emphysema, Lung Nodules, and Drowsiness. Dr. Bedsole is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Associates Of Mobile PC

    8725 County Road 64, 
    Daphne, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Lutz is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Daphne, Alabama. Dr. Lutz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asbestosis, Pleurisy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Lutz is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Sleep Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Associates Of Mobile PC

    8725 County Road 64, 
    Daphne, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Casey Melton is a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Daphne, Alabama. Dr. Melton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Nodules, Emphysema, Narcolepsy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Melton is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    196 County Road 85, 
    Stevenson, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Wayne is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Stevenson, Alabama. Dr. Wayne is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Bullae, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Wayne is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    Eric Hemberg MD PC

    101 24th St, 
    Opelika, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunil Sharma is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Opelika, Alabama. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 86 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Riverchase

    5009 Riverchase Drive Suite 500, 
    Phenix City, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daryl Ellis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Phenix City, Alabama. Dr. Ellis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ellis is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Internal Medicine Associates PC

    121 N 20th St, #6, 
    Opelika, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shashi Sharma is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Opelika, Alabama. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irregular Sleep-Wake Syndrome, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Palliative Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Associates Of Mobile PC

    141 Tuscaloosa Street, 
    Mobile, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Campbell Sindel is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Palliative Medicine provider practicing medicine in Mobile, Alabama. Dr. Sindel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, Asthma, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Sindel is board certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, and Hospice And Palliative Care Medicine. Dr. Sindel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Staff Of Life Med Corp PC

    1011 Leighton Ave, 
    Anniston, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohammad Ismail is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Anniston, Alabama. Dr. Ismail is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Low Blood Sugar, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ismail is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    True Dermatology LLC

    615 1st St N, 
    Alabaster, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nilam Patel is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Alabaster, Alabama. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Cellulitis, Emphysema, and Bullae. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Associates Of Mobile PC

    5955 Airport Blvd., 
    Mobile, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Filipino, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Odom is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Mobile, Alabama. Odom, NP is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Lung Nodules, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Odom, NP is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    John B. Crider MD LLC

    1170 N Main St, 
    Arab, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Crider is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arab, Alabama. Dr. Crider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 86 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Orthostatic Hypotension, Acute Cystitis, Bronchitis, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Crider is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    Etowah Family Medical

    303 Bay St Ste 301, 
    Gadsden, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Robinson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gadsden, Alabama. Dr. Robinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Acute Cystitis, Sitosterolemia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Robinson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    When should I see an Emphysema doctor near Athens, AL?

    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 an Emphysema doctor near Athens, AL?

    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 Emphysema doctors near Athens, AL?

    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 Emphysema doctors near Athens, AL?

    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 an Emphysema doctor near Athens, AL?

    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 Emphysema doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Emphysema 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 an Emphysema doctor near Athens, AL?

    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 Emphysema 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 Emphysema 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 Emphysema doctors near Athens, AL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Emphysema 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 an Emphysema doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Emphysema 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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