The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors Near Me in Tucson, AZ

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The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors near Tucson, AZ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 114 doctor with experience in Emphysema near Tucson, AZ. Of these, 109 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Michael Insel
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Banner - University Medicine North

    3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Insel is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Insel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Lung Metastases, and Pneumonia. Dr. Insel is currently accepting new patients.

    Adrian Santini
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Vascular Surgery

    Banner - University Medicine North

    3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I have interest in clinical outcomes and quality improvement research. Outside of work I enjoy travel, photography, hiking, sports and time spent with friends and family. Dr. Santini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are SVC Obstruction, Carotid Artery Disease, Emphysema, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Madhav Chopra
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Banner - University Medicine North

    3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy spending time with friends and family. Dr. Chopra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Vertebroplasty.

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    Melissa Rosado
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Campus

    1625 North Campbell Avenue, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Rosado De Christenson provides distinguished expertise in the field of Cardiothoracic Imaging. -Gold Medal Lifetime Achievement Award, Society of Thoracic Radiology -Gold Medal, American Roentgen Ray Society -Marie Sklodowska-Curie Award, American Association for Women Radiologists -Department of Defense Meritorious Service Medal -Colonel, retired, USAFWhen she is not working, Dr. Rosado de Christenson enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors. She also enjoys traveling and sight-seeing. Dr. Rosado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Mediastinal Tumor, and Chronic Cough.

    Christopher Ardary
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Campus

    1625 North Campbell Avenue, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    When he is not working, Dr. Ardary enjoys outdoor recreation. Dr. Ardary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type, Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome, and PEHO Syndrome.

    Veronica Arteaga
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology | Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology | Thoracic Surgery

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Campus

    1625 North Campbell Avenue, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Arteaga earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, graduating magna cum laude from the University of Arizona, and went on to obtain her Medical Degree from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College. After completing her Diagnostic Radiology Residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Dr. Arteaga completed a Thoracic Imaging Fellowship and a Diagnostic Cardiovascular Imaging Fellowship at the University of California Los Angeles. Outside of work, Dr. Arteaga enjoys traveling and sight-seeing. Dr. Arteaga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Monisha D. Ireland
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Banner - University Medicine Clinic Tucson

    1625 North Campbell Avenue, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy being creative and love architecture, interior design, and furniture design. In my free time, I like to travel with my family and explore new places. Dr. Ireland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Metastases, and Endoscopy.

    Harish Gudi
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Cardiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Cardiology | Radiology

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Campus

    1625 North Campbell Avenue, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    When he is not working, Dr. Gudi is a sports enthusiast who enjoys the game of Cricket and hiking, as well playing chess. Dr. Gudi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, Pancreatic Adenoma, and Neurofibromatosis.

    Tyson Chadaz
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Campus

    1625 North Campbell Avenue, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Chadaz earned his Medical Degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, DC. He completed his Diagnostic Radiology Residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center, where he also participated in a 4th-year mini-fellowship program specializing in neuroradiology, breast imaging, and musculoskeletal imaging. Dr. Chadaz further honed his expertise by completing a Musculoskeletal Imaging Fellowship at the University of Arizona and Banner-University Medical Center in Tucson.An accomplished educator and researcher, Dr. Chadaz has received numerous accolades for his contributions to teaching and scholarly work. Most recently, his research exhibit, Declawed: A Review of Lesser Toe Deformities and Treatment, earned an RSNA Certificate of Merit. Additionally, he was honored with the College of Medicine – Tucson Outstanding Specialty Advisor Award in both 2023 and 2024. Dr. Chadaz is a two-time recipient of the Medical Imaging Grand Saguaro Faculty Teaching Award (2022 and 2023) and received the prestigious George R. Barnes Award for Faculty Teaching in 2020.When he is not working, Dr. Chadaz enjoys hiking/backpacking, skiing, and running. Dr. Chadaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, PEHO Syndrome, X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type, and Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome.

    Kevin Shea
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology

    Arizona State Radiology PC

    2492 E River Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Shea is a Radiologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Shea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Scrotal Swelling.

    Billie Bixby
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema

    University Of Arizona Cancer Center

    3838 North Campbell Avenue, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Billie Bixby is an Oncologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Bixby is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Coccidioidomycosis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bixby is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Campus LLC

    3838 N Campbell Ave Bldg 2, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sachin Chaudhary is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Chaudhary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Banner University Medical Center ESRD

    1625 N Campbell Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ralph Drosten is a Radiologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Drosten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Fibrosing Mediastinitis.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson

    1501 N Campbell Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Malo is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Malo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Coccidioidomycosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pulmonary Aspergilloma, and Lung Transplant.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson

    1501 N Campbell Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bhupinder Natt is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Natt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pneumonia, Embolectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson

    1501 N Campbell Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Garrett Pacheco is a Pediatrics provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Pacheco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Emphysema, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson

    1501 N Campbell Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laura Meinke is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Meinke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Coccidioidomycosis, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Nuvoair Medical PC

    1 S Church Ave Ste 1200, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Neil Clements is an Internal Medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Clements is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Bronchiectasis, Lung Metastases, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease. Dr. Clements is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Nuvoair Medical PC

    1 S Church Ave Ste 1200, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunil Natrajan is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Natrajan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchiectasis, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Natrajan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Arizona State Radiology PC

    2492 E River Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Welker is a Radiologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Welker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Herniated Disk, Visceromegaly, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see an Emphysema doctor near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Tucson, AZ?

    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 Tucson, AZ?

    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 Tucson, AZ?

    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 Tucson, AZ?

    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 Tucson, AZ?

    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 Tucson, AZ?

    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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