The 20 Best Emphysema Doctors Near Me in Hammond, LA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Emphysema near Hammond, LA. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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14 providers found
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    Allen's Family Practice Clinic Of Ponchatoula LLP

    105 East Oak Street, 
    Ponchatoula, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Allen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Gangrene, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Family Medicine

    Ochsner Health Center - Tangipahoa (Hammond)

    41676 Veterans Ave, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gerald Sparks is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Sparks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Bullae, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Osteomyelitis in Children. Dr. Sparks is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine. Dr. Sparks is currently accepting new patients.

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

    North Oaks Pulmonology Clinic

    15813 Paul Vega Md Dr Ste 301, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arvind Yertha is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Yertha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Cerebral Hypoxia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Bronchiectasis. Dr. Yertha is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    15813 Paul Vega Md Dr Ste 401A, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine St Amant is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. St Amant 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 Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Bullae.

    Advanced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Emphysema
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    North Oaks Pulmonology

    15813 Paul Vega Md Dr Ste 401A, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Bouffard is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Bouffard, NP is rated as an Advanced 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 Emphysema, Lung Nodules, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease. Bouffard, NP is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Northshore Internal Medicine Associates

    15813 Paul Vega Md Dr Ste 300, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Plunkett is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Plunkett 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 Peripheral Artery Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Plunkett is currently accepting new patients.

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

    North Oaks Interventional Radiology Clinic

    15770 Paul Vega Md Dr Ste 108C, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sean Gipson is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Gipson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Deep Vein Thrombosis. Dr. Gipson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Northshore Internal Medicine Associates

    15813 Paul Vega Md Dr Ste 300, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Susan Zacharia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Zacharia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Zacharia is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    CenterWell Hammond

    2240 W Thomas St, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Roberts is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    North Oaks Medical Center

    15790 Paul Vega Md Dr, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Noah Mcgill is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Mcgill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Bronchogenic Cyst, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Mcgill is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    North Oaks Medical Center

    15790 Paul Vega Md Dr, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Miller is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Colonic Malakoplakia, Gallbladder Disease, and Folliculitis. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Referral may be required

    North Oaks Medical Center

    15790 Paul Vega Md Dr, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brett Travis is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Travis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colonic Malakoplakia, CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, and Visceromegaly. Dr. Travis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Hammond Cardiology Clinic

    16070 Doctors Blvd, 
    Hammond,, LA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Niksad Abraham is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Hammond,, Louisiana. Dr. Abraham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Atherectomy. Dr. Abraham is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Emphysema
    Internal Medicine

    Lallie Kemp Medical Center

    52579 Highway 51 S, 
    Independence, LA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tashawn Mustiful is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Independence, Louisiana. Dr. Mustiful is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Mustiful is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    When should I see an Emphysema doctor near Hammond, LA?

    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 Hammond, LA?

    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 Hammond, LA?

    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 Hammond, LA?

    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 Hammond, LA?

    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 Hammond, LA?

    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 Hammond, LA?

    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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