The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors Near Me in Los Angeles, CA

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The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors near Los Angeles, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 455 doctor with experience in Emphysema near Los Angeles, CA. Of these, 406 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Elite in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 365B1, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Igor Barjaktarevic is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Barjaktarevic is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), Thrombectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    USC Care Medical Group Inc

    1500 San Pablo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Toby Maher is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Maher 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, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Eric C. Kleerup
    Elite in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Elite in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 210, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Kleerup is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Kleerup is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Bronchiectasis.

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    Advanced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    700 W 7th St Ste S270, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brandon Grimes is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Grimes has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Bullae, Bronchiectasis, and Lung Metastases.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Radiology
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Radiology

    Cha Hollywood Medical Center LP

    1300 N Vermont Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Yoo is a Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Yoo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Fecal Impaction, Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema

    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mamata Chithriki is a Radiologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Chithriki is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Chronic Cough, Visceromegaly, Vertigo, and Thyroidectomy.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema

    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Julien is a Radiologist in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Julien is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Chronic Cough, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Emphysema.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Adventist Health White Memorial

    1720 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Farnoosh Nooryani is a Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nooryani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Fecal Impaction, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Adventist Health White Memorial

    1720 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arthur Fontaine is a Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Fontaine has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

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

    USC University Hospital

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 1000, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    May Lee is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Collapsed Lung, Lung Metastases, Cerebral Hypoxia, Emphysema, and Gastrostomy.

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

    USC University Hospital

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 1000, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Santhi Kumar is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Bullae, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Liver Embolization.

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

    Los Angeles County USC Medical Center

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 4300, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sivagini Ganesh is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ganesh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Transplant, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Office

    2051 Marengo St Ste 2B300, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Linda Vien is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Vien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Subcutaneous Emphysema, Emphysema, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant.

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

    California Hospital Medical Center

    1401 S Grand Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Kim is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Emphysema.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    County Of Los Angeles Auditor Controller

    2051 Marengo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gilbert Whang is a Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Whang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Nephrectomy.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Keck Hospital Of USC

    1500 San Pablo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alison Wilcox is a Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wilcox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Subcutaneous Emphysema, and Pleural Effusion.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology

    Keck Hospital Of USC

    1500 San Pablo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leah Lin is a Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Lung Nodules.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Keck Hospital Of USC

    1500 San Pablo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Golchian is a Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Golchian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Fecal Impaction, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology

    Keck Hospital Of USC

    1500 San Pablo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Geoffrey Ro is a Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Diverticular Disease, and Boils.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology

    Los Angeles Medical Center

    4867 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Huan Nguyen is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see an Emphysema doctor near Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Los Angeles, CA?

    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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