The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors Near Me in birmingham, AL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 113 doctor with experience in Emphysema near birmingham, AL. Of these, 100 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Emphysema
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    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    205-934-4011
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    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.

    Distinguished in Emphysema

    Dr. Jack H. Hasson
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Emphysema

    Dr. Jack H. Hasson
    Pulmonary Medicine
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    University Of Alabama Hospital

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    205-934-4011
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    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.

    Experienced in Emphysema

    Dr. Jeremy D. Smith
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Dr. Jeremy D. Smith
    Internal Medicine
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    833 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    205-933-4640
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jeremy Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Gout. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Emphysema

    Dr. Frank J. Malensek
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Dr. Frank J. Malensek
    Internal Medicine
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    Office

    833 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    205-933-4640
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Frank Malensek is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Malensek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dihydropyrimidine Dehydrogenase Deficiency, Multiple Symmetric Lipomatosis, Gracile Syndrome, and Fumarase Deficiency. Dr. Malensek is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema

    Dr. Steven R. Duncan
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema

    Dr. Steven R. Duncan
    Pulmonary Medicine
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    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-937-9999
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Steven Duncan is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Duncan is rated as an Advanced 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 Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease. Dr. Duncan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema

    Dr. Jared W. Meeker
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema

    Dr. Jared W. Meeker
    Internal Medicine

    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-934-9999
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jared Meeker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Meeker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Bullae, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Meeker is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema

    Dr. Veena B. Antony
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema

    Dr. Veena B. Antony
    Pulmonary Medicine
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    University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC

    2000 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    205-996-5864
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Veena Antony is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Antony is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Cystic Fibrosis, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema
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    UAB Hospital Birmingham

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    205-934-3108
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Garrett Colby is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Colby 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 Emphysema, Diverticular Disease, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Pleurisy. Dr. Colby is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema

    Dr. Roxana I. Carcelen
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema

    Dr. Roxana I. Carcelen
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    UAB Hospital Birmingham

    619 19th St S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    205-934-4011
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Roxana Carcelen is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Carcelen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atypical Pneumonia, COVID-19, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Carcelen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema
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    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.4 miles away)
    205-871-4274
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Robert Kachelhofer is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Kachelhofer 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 Diverticular Disease, Vertigo, Emphysema, and Pleurisy. Dr. Kachelhofer is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema
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    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.4 miles away)
    205-426-9669
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Keith Chesser is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Chesser 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Emphysema, and Vertigo. Dr. Chesser is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema
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    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.4 miles away)
    205-871-4274
    Languages Spoken:
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    Scott Thompson is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Colonic Malakoplakia, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema
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    Office

    619 19th Street Ensley, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    205-934-4011
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jubal Watts is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Watts is rated as an Advanced 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 Lung Nodules, Pleural Effusion, Emphysema, and Pleurisy. Dr. Watts is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema
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    Birmingham Radiological Group

    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    205-871-4274
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jonathan Davis is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Davis 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 Bronchogenic Cyst, Lung Nodules, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Pleurisy. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema

    Valentina H. Simmons, NP
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Valentina H. Simmons, NP
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    University Of Alabama

    1720 2nd Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    205-934-4011
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Valentina Simmons is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Simmons, NP is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Phantom Limb Pain, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Protein Deficiency, and Emphysema.

    Experienced in Emphysema

    Julie B. Atkinson, NP
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Julie B. Atkinson, NP
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2000 6th Ave S Ste 405, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    205-975-3718
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Julie Atkinson is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Atkinson, NP is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema. Atkinson, NP is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema

    Dr. Hafsa Safdar
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Dr. Hafsa Safdar
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1887 6th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    205-934-6524
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Hafsa Safdar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Safdar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema
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    UAB Community Education Women's And Infant's Services

    619 19th St S Rm 902, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    205-934-7133
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brannon Queen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Queen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Diverticular Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and CAPOS Syndrome. Dr. Queen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema

    Ashley Clark, NP
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Ashley Clark, NP
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2000 6th Ave S Ste 405, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    205-975-3718
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ashley Clark is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Clark, NP is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema.

    Experienced in Emphysema

    Denay P. Kirkpatrick, NP
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Denay P. Kirkpatrick, NP
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    UAB Community Education Women's And Infant's Services

    619 19th St S Rm 902, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    205-934-6600
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Denay Kirkpatrick is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Kirkpatrick, NP is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    When should I see an Emphysema doctor near birmingham, 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 birmingham, 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 do I find the best Emphysema doctor near birmingham, AL?

    You can find an Emphysema doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Emphysema doctors near birmingham, 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 birmingham, 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 birmingham, 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 birmingham, 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 birmingham, 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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