The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors Near Me in Covington, GA

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The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors near Covington, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Emphysema near Covington, GA. Of these, 40 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Georgia Heart Specialists LLC

    4140 Tate St NE, 
    Covington,, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Abraham is a Cardiologist in Covington,, Georgia. Dr. Abraham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Angina.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema

    Georgia Heart Specialists-Covington

    4140 Tate Street, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Cecil is a Cardiologist in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Cecil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure. Dr. Cecil is currently accepting new patients.

    Christy Blanchford
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christy Blanchford, M.D., earned her medical degree at Dartmouth Medical School. She then attended Emory University School of Medicine where she completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Blanchford is a board-certified physician with over 25 years of experience working in primary care. She specializes in internal medicine and offers preventative care and treatment for adults.In her spare time, Dr. Blanchford enjoys mountain biking, spending time with family and attending science fiction/fantasy conventions.She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Blanchford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    John R. Ehret
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Ehret, M.D., earned his medical degree at John C Edwards School of Medicine. He then attended Emory University School of Medicine where he completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Ehret is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience working in primary care. He specializes in internal medicine and offers treatment for most common medical problems such as diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia.In his spare time, Dr. Ehret enjoys exercise and spending time with family.He is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ehret is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

    Miguel Carmona
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Miguel Carmona, MD, earned his medical degree from Universidad Austral Facultad de Ciencias Biomédicas in Buenos Aires, Argentina and completed his residency at Piedmont Athens Regional. Dr. Carmona has been practicing medicine for eight years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Carmona was a primary care physician at Phoebe Worth Family Medicine in Sylvester, Georgia. Dr. Carmona is board certified in Internal Medicine.In his spare time, Dr. Carmona enjoys playing tennis and soccer, reading and cooking.Dr. Carmona is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Carmona is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension.

    Rebecca Strickland
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Strickland is a Nurse Practitioner in Covington, Georgia. Ms. Strickland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top area of expertise is Emphysema.

    Henry Patton
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Patton, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. As a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, Dr. Patton is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the International Society of Clinical Densitometry.Dr. Patton has served the community for over 30 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Patton enjoys gardening, genealogy and history. He loves to spend time with his family, especially his nine grandchildren. He has served as the chair of the Newton County Board of Health since 1983. He is an active volunteer at the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. Dr. Patton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Kwon Choe
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kwon Choe, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Choe has served the community for nearly 20 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Choe enjoys cycling, snowboarding and spending time with his young family. His grilling skills have earned him the reputation as the 'Grill Master'among his friends and family. Dr. Choe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

    Heath Hampton
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Heath Hampton, M.D., earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Hampton has served the community for over 10 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Hampton enjoys making memories with his family, which includes many trips to his favorite place in the world - Disney. He also enjoys travel ball and teaching Sunday school. Dr. Hampton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Jamie T. Burke
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Physician Assistant

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jamie Burke is a Physician Assistant in Covington, Georgia. Ms. Burke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), Emphysema, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

    Hannah L. Mccall
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hannah L. McCall is a nurse practitioner specializing in primary care. She earned her master of science in nursing at South University where she completed her certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Hannah has a special interest in preventative care for her patients.Prior to joining the practice, Hannah has worked in primary care as well as at Piedmont Henry and Piedmont Newton as a registered nurse.In her spare time, Hannah can be found spending time with her family and friends, on the lake and watching sports. She is excited to join Dr. Patton's care team and looks forward to working together to care for his patients and establish meaningful relationships. Ms. Mccall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), Emphysema, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

    Wendy S. Fuller
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wendy Fuller is a Nurse Practitioner in Covington, Georgia. Ms. Fuller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause and Emphysema.

    Donna F. Groover
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care Of Covington

    4152 Highway 278, Suite A, 
    Covington, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donna Groover, M.D., received her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia. She then completed her residency at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Groover specializes in family medicine and has over 20 years of experience as a primary care physician. She offers annual and sports physicals and treats all acute and chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart and lung complaints. She also offers treatment for minor sports injuries, as well as colds and flu.Dr. Groover has four children and enjoys spending time in the outdoors with her family. She is a member of both the American Academy of Family Practice and the Georgia Academy of Family Practice. Dr. Groover is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Folate Deficiency.

    Kimberly Chitwood
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner

    Piedmont Primary Care Of Covington

    4152 Highway 278, Suite A, 
    Covington, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kimberly Chitwood is a Nurse Practitioner in Covington, Georgia. Ms. Chitwood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency and Emphysema.

    Wendell Smith
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care Of Covington

    4152 Highway 278, Suite A, 
    Covington, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wendell Smith, M.D., attended the Medical College of Georgia where he earned his medical degree and completed his residency. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Smith specializes in family medicine and has more than 30 years of experience as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, COPD, thyroid disease, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Smith enjoys cooking on his big green egg, gardening, fishing, listening to audio books, working at church and spending time with his grandchildren. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    PPG Covington Internal Medicine

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Mote is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Mote is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner

    Office

    4181 Hospital Dr NE Ste 401, 
    Covington, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Veronica Jackson is a Nurse Practitioner in Covington, Georgia. Ms. Jackson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), and Emphysema.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Alliance Family Care, LLC

    1775 Access Rd, Ste C, 
    Covington, GA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bio coming soon. Dr. Abbasi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

    Kendol Thomas
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Rockdale

    1380 Milstead Ave NE, Suite C, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kendol Thomas, M.D., earned his medical degree at St. Georges University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hall University Internal Medicine Program. He then attended Albert Einstein Medical Center where he completed his fellowship training.Dr. Thomas holds board certifications in pulmonary medicine, internal medicine and critical care medicine. He is a member of the American College of Chest Physicians, American Thoracic Society and Society of Critical Care Medicine.In his spare time, Dr. Thomas enjoys anything that allows him to spend time with his family. Some of their favorite activities include playing soccer, cooking and traveling. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

    Shimool Rabbani
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Rockdale

    1380 Milstead Ave NE, Suite C, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shimool Rabbani, D.O., earned his medical degree at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine. He then attended Jefferson Health where he completed his residency and fellowship training. Dr. Rabbani is board-certified in pulmonary medicine, internal medicine and critical care medicine. In addition to his work in the ICU and pulmonary care, his professional interests include advanced procedures, ultrasonography and lung nodules.In his spare time, Dr. Rabbani enjoys spending time with his lovely wife and two children. They enjoy traveling internationally and cheering on Atlanta sports teams whenever they can. Dr. Rabbani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Atypical Pneumonia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see an Emphysema doctor near Covington, GA?

    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 Covington, GA?

    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 Covington, GA?

    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 Covington, GA?

    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 Covington, GA?

    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 Covington, GA?

    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 Covington, GA?

    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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