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    MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Emphysema near Slidell, LA. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    22 providers found
      Distinguished in Emphysema
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Emphysema
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - Slidell Campus Building 1

      1850 Gause Blvd E, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dennis Dale is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Dale is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Dale is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ochsner Health Center - Gause

      1051 Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Matthew Schuette is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Schuette is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Schuette is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Emphysema
      Nurse Practitioner
      Advanced in Emphysema
      Nurse Practitioner

      Ochsner Health Center - Slidell Campus Building 1

      1850 Gause Blvd E, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      As a Girl Scouts of USA Gold Award recipient, I have always known my calling was in the medical field. I have spent years as a student volunteer at a local hospital, ten years as a front line registered nurse, and completing my professional journey as a family nurse practitioner. I intend to work with each patient individually in finding a treatment plan for pulmonary diseases that offers balance and quality of life. Ms. Ezell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Nodules, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease.

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      Experienced in Emphysema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Internal Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - 901 Gause

      901 Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bengali, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Sanjay Raina specializes in primary care and family medicine. He completed his medical training at the University of Kolkota in Kolkota, India. Dr. Raina went on to complete his residency at Seton Hall University in the School of Graduate Medical Education. Dr. Raina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Family Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - 901 Gause

      901 Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ross Ganucheau is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Ganucheau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Obesity, Infant Hyperglycemia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Ganucheau is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Experienced in Emphysema

      Slidell Memorial Hospital

      1001 Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeff Redmond is a Radiologist in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Redmond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Ascites.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Experienced in Emphysema

      Slidell Memorial Hospital

      1001 Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Smith is a Radiologist in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Smith has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - Gause

      1051 Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jennifer Hansen is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Hansen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Interstitial Lung Disease, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Hansen is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ochsner Health Center - Gause

      1051 Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Janine Parker is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Parker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Parker is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Nurse Practitioner
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Nurse Practitioner

      Ochsner Health Center - Gause

      1051 Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lindsay Ponstein is a Nurse Practitioner in Slidell, Louisiana. Ms. Ponstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Emphysema, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease. Ms. Ponstein is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Nurse Practitioner
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Nurse Practitioner

      Ochsner Health Center - Founders Building

      1150 Robert Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Linda Melerine is a Nurse Practitioner in Slidell, Louisiana. Ms. Melerine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Emphysema and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Ms. Melerine is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Family Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - Founders Building

      1150 Robert Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Casey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Casey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Casey is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Internal Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center-901 Gause

      901 Gause Blvd Ste 100, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Christy Graves is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Graves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Experienced in Emphysema

      Iteld Bernstein And Associates LLC

      901 Gause Blvd Fl 2, 
      Slidell,, LA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Colon is a Cardiologist in Slidell,, Louisiana. Dr. Colon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, COVID-19, and Angina.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Experienced in Emphysema

      Slidell Memorial Hospital East

      100 Medical Center Dr, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Richard Mankinen earned his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and his medical degree from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. Dr. Mankinen completed his residency in radiology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He completed his fellowship in MRI at Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Mankinen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Ascites, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Nurse Practitioner
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Nurse Practitioner

      Ochsner Health Center - Slidell Campus Building 1

      1850 Gause Blvd E, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Tori Daigrepont, APRN received her graduate degree from the University of South Alabama in Mobile. She is board certified by AANP and ANCC and has been on staff at Ochsner since 2019. Ms. Hord is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Nodules.

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

      Ochsner Hearing Solutions-Slidell

      1850 Gause Blvd E, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martin Gibbs is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Gibbs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Atypical Pneumonia.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Family Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - Slidell

      2750 E Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Baez earned his medical degree from the San Juan Bautista School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. He completed his internship at the Auxillo Mutuo Hospital in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico and his family medicine residency at the Bronx Lebanon Hospital in New York. He began practicing family medicine in 1992 and joined the staff at Ochsner in 1995. Dr. Baez is board certified in family medicine and practices at Ochsner Health Center in Slidell. His professional interests include geriatrics, adolescent medicine, cardiology and chronic pain. Dr. Baez is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Baez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Plummer-Vinson Syndrome, Lung Metastases, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine

      Apogee Medical Group, Louisiana, Inc.

      1001 Gause Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Griffee is a Hospital Medicine provider in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Griffee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Gallbladder Disease, Emphysema, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Griffee is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Emphysema
      Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Emphysema
      Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine

      Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group LLC

      1810 Lindberg Dr, Suite 1100, 
      Slidell, LA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Marie Delvalle-Mahoney is a Hospital Medicine provider in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Delvalle-Mahoney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Emphysema. Her top areas of expertise are Opioid Induced Constipation, Vitamin D Deficiency, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Emphysema, and Endoscopy. Dr. Delvalle-Mahoney is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      When should I see an Emphysema doctor near Slidell, 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 Slidell, 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 Slidell, 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 Slidell, 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 Slidell, 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 Slidell, 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 Slidell, 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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