The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors Near Me in norwalk, IA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 78 doctor with experience in Emphysema near norwalk, IA. Of these, 62 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Norwalk Family Medicine

    9421 MarketPlace Dr., 
    Norwalk, IA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Agey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norwalk, Iowa. Dr. Agey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Agey is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Radiology | Neurology
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Radiology | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mitchell Erickson is a Radiologist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Erickson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 74 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Herniated Disk, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Familial Porencephaly. Dr. Erickson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Terry Falk is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Falk is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Pleurisy. Dr. Falk is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Seth Gibson is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Gibson 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 Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Subcutaneous Emphysema, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Gibson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Roman Mirsky is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mirsky is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Emphysema. Dr. Mirsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne South Des Moines Family Medicine

    6601 SW 9th St., Suite 1, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tina Patterson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Patterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Patterson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Vavricek-Iv is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Vavricek-Iv is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Vavricek-Iv is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Distinguished in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Zachary Viets is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Viets is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Emphysema, Gallbladder Disease, and Visceromegaly. Dr. Viets is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    Regency Care Center

    815 High Rd, 
    Norwalk, IA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dale Grunewald is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norwalk, Iowa. Dr. Grunewald is rated as an Experienced 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 Cellulitis, Alzheimer's Disease, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Muscle Atrophy. Dr. Grunewald is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    801 Colonial Cir, 
    Norwalk, IA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ailey Brehmer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norwalk, Iowa. Dr. Brehmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Plasmacytoma, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Urticaria Pigmentosa, and Gastric Lymphoma. Dr. Brehmer is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Smith is a Nurse Practitioner specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Smith, NP is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma in Children, and Asthma. Smith, NP is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Karl Digman is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Digman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Pneumomediastinum. Dr. Digman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Angela Beckel is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Beckel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Emphysema, Pneumonia, and Long Haul COVID. Dr. Beckel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Manzo is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Manzo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Gallbladder Disease, Pleural Effusion, and Visceromegaly. Dr. Manzo is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    5950 University Ave Ste 131, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Katrina Guest is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Guest is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Guest is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bryon Johnson is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maksym Puliaiev is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Puliaiev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Respiratory Acidosis, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pleurisy. Dr. Puliaiev is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shrey Velani is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Velani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Respiratory Acidosis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Velani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lucas Cruz is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Cruz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Cruz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Neil Horning is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Horning is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Asthma, Pleurisy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Horning is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    When should I see an Emphysema doctor near norwalk, IA?

    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 norwalk, IA?

    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 norwalk, IA?

    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 norwalk, IA?

    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 norwalk, IA?

    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 norwalk, IA?

    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 norwalk, IA?

    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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