The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors near San Francisco, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 207 doctor with experience in Emphysema near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 178 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prescott Woodruff is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Woodruff 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, Asthma, COVID-19, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Regents Of The University Of California

    400 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lorriana Leard is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Leard is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Emphysema, Bullae, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Laurence Huang
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Of California San Francisco

    995 Potrero Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laurence Huang is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Huang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Pulmonary Tuberculosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Endoscopy.

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    Steven Hays
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Transplant Surgery | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Transplant Surgery | Pulmonary Medicine

    Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, Room A6114, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Steven Hays, a pulmonologist, is medical director of the UCSF Lung Transplant Program, which is known for accepting patients with complex conditions while maintaining superior survival rates. His expertise is in caring for patients with end-stage lung disease who proceed through the lung transplant process. He treats conditions that include cystic fibrosis, emphysema associated with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and interstitial lung disease. In research, Hays focuses on studying how airway remodeling occurs in the transplanted lung. Hays earned his medical degree at the University of Kansas. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where he served as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF. He also completed a lung transplant fellowship at Stanford Health Care. Dr. Hays is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Cystic Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant.

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

    Regents Of The University Of California

    400 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rupal Shah is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema

    CPMC Imaging Van Ness Campus 1101 Van Ness Avenue

    1101 Van Ness Ave Fl 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arash Meshksar is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Meshksar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2.

    Fred B. Hom
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Fred B. Hom, MD Private Practice

    909 Hyde St, Ste 508, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Caring, compassionate, and patient centered care. Dr. Hom 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), Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Asthma in Children.

    Binh Trinh
    Experienced in Emphysema
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Emphysema
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

    Binh Trinh, MD Private Practice

    490 Post St, Ste 1124, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Binh Trinh is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in San Francisco, California. Dr. Trinh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Esophageal Perforation, Pleurisy, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Trinh is currently accepting new patients.

    Justin P. Quock
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Justin P. Quock, MD Private Practice

    929 Clay St, Ste 207, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Caring, compassionate, and patient centric care. Dr. Quock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Thrombocytopenia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema

    Office

    1001 Potrero Ave Rm 1X55, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Helen Galvin is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Galvin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Emphysema, and Mesenchymoma.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema

    California Pacific Medical Center

    3700 California St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Harvey is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Harvey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

    Brett M. Elicker
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, Room A6114, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Brett M. Elicker is a specialist in thoracic radiology. He has a particular interest in evaluating interstitial lung disease with the advanced imaging techniques of high-resolution computed tomography. Elicker earned his medical degree at New York Medical College. He completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at Yale University and a fellowship in thoracic imaging at UCSF. Dr. Elicker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Nodules, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

    Jasleen Kukreja
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Thoracic Surgery

    Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, Room A6114, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Jasleen Kukreja is a cardiothoracic surgeon and director of the Lung Transplant Program at UCSF Medical Center. She is also director of the adult respiratory mechanical circulatory support program. She performs lung transplant surgery and lung volume reduction surgery for emphysema, and treats patients with tumors of the chest, including lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mediastinal tumors and mesothelioma. Kukreja is the associate director of UCSF's lung transplant research division of cardiothoracic surgery. Kukreja earned a medical degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. She completed residencies in general surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston and in cardiothoracic surgery at UCSF. She completed fellowships in general surgery and thoracic surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, and also completed extensive training in designing clinical trials, studies that evaluate potential treatments' safety and efficacy. She has a master's degree in public health from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Kukreja has received many professional honors, including the Pharmacia/Upjohn Trauma Research Competition Award, John A. Mannick Research Award and an excellence in teaching award from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kukreja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Emphysema, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant.

    Erica Farrand
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, Room A6114, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Erica Farrand is a pulmonologist and critical care physician who specializes in diagnosing and managing advanced lung diseases. Her primary interest is in caring for patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD). Farrand's research focuses on how best to manage patients with ILD, and how management impacts quality of life and survival rates. She is particularly interested in how to engage patients, caregivers and medical providers in improving health care delivery to individuals with ILD. Farrand earned her medical degree at Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, where she also completed a residency in internal medicine. She completed a fellowship in pulmonology and critical care medicine at UCSF. Farrand belongs to the American Thoracic Society. Dr. Farrand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Lung Transplant.

    Jonathan Budzik
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Lung Health Center At Parnassus

    400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, Room A6114, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jonathan Budzik is a pulmonologist who cares for adults with cystic fibrosis. He also treats adults with a wide variety of lung disorders through the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System. His goal is to provide the highest level of care possible while enabling his patients to improve their respiratory health and lead fulfilling lives. Budzik's research is focused on understanding immune responses to mycobacterial pulmonary infections and how the diseases develop at the molecular level. After earning a master of science degree in human anatomy and genetics at the University of Oxford, Budzik earned his doctoral degree in biological sciences at the University of Chicago. He earned his medical degree at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF. In his free time, Budzik enjoys playing the piano. Dr. Budzik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Cystic Fibrosis, Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), Newborn Jaundice, and Cholesterol Pneumonia.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zachary Walker is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Walker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

    Mallar Bhattacharya
    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Mallar Bhattacharya is a critical care and pulmonary specialist who cares for patients hospitalized with critical illness or lung disease. Bhattacharya's research interests include pneumonia, septic shock and severe asthma. After earning a bachelor's degree at Harvard College and a master's degree in neuroscience at the University of Oxford, Bhattacharya attended Harvard Medical School. He then completed a residency in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital, followed by a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF. He also did research training at the UCSF Lung Biology Center. Dr. Bhattacharya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Office

    505 Parnassus Ave Fl BOX628, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hyunjoong Kim is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2.

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

    Interventional Pulmonary Practice

    1600 Divisadero St # 4, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Diana Yu is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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

    San Francisco Critical Care Med Group Inc.

    1100 Van Ness Ave Ste 1005, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinayak Jha is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Jha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see an Emphysema doctor near San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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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