The 20 Best Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia Doctors Near Me in Baltimore, MD

Find the Top Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 326 doctor with experience in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia near Baltimore, MD. Of these, 293 are Experienced, 26 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1717 East Monument Street, Park Building, Ground Level, Park Building, Ground Level, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Baddley is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Baddley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cryptococcosis, Shingles, Sepsis, and Febrile Neutropenia. Dr. Baddley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 7, Floor 7, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jun is a pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine physician. He is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing, and in the care of critically ill patients in the Medical ICU. He is a member of the Sleep Fellowship Program Evaluation and Clinical Competency Committee and provides teaching to medical students and residents at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Jun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, and Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS). Dr. Jun is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Yarmus is a Professor of Medicine and Oncology and the director of Interventional Pulmonology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine as well as the Vice Chair of Medicine for Strategy and Finance. He is an expert in the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer and he leads the Interventional Pulmonary research program at Johns Hopkins with research investigating innovative minimally invasive device development and early-stage bronchoscopic treatments. He also has extensive experience in the minimally invasive management of malignant airway obstruction, complex airway management, pleural diseases and symptom relief with minimally invasive procedures such as indwelling pleural catheters and pleurodesis. Dr. Yarmus is a member of the Fleischner Society and a fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians and the American Thoracic Society. Dr. Yarmus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Cosgrove is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Disease (ID) at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and has a joint appointment in the Department of Epidemiology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She is the Director of Research for the ID Fellowship Program and PI of the T32 training grant that supports ID fellow training. She serves as the Director of the Department of Antimicrobial Stewardship and an Associate Hospital Epidemiologist at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Cosgrove’s research interests include the epidemiology and outcomes of antimicrobial resistance, the development of tools and programs to promote the rational use of antimicrobials, the prevention of hospital-acquired infections, and the epidemiology and management of S. aureus bacteremia. Early in her career, she recognized the critical need to study antimicrobial stewardship strategies and has led a series of outcomes studies over the past 20 years that have defined the practice of antimicrobial stewardship in the United States. Her recent research focuses on strategies for implementation of antimicrobial stewardship activities across all healthcare settings via a large, multi-center project including hospitals, long-term care facilities and ambulatory practices funded by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and approaches to improve how antibiotics are given via a randomized trial to compare intravenous and oral therapy for Gram negative bacteremia funded by PCORI. She is the PI of the Johns Hopkins Prevention Epicenter, a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-funded program that integrates antimicrobial stewardship, healthcare epidemiology, human factors engineering, data science, and implementation science to address knowledge gaps and develop strategies to optimize patient safety by preventing transmission of pathogens and improving antibiotic use in diverse healthcare settings and patient populations. She is a past voting member of the Presidential Advisory Council on Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria. She is a Past President of the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology’s Board of Directors. Dr. Cosgrove received her undergraduate degree from Columbia College, her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine, and her master of science degree in epidemiology from Harvard School of Public Health. She completed her postgraduate training in internal medicine at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and underwent subsequent training in ID at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Dr. Cosgrove is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Pneumonia, and Pseudomonas Stutzeri Infections. Dr. Cosgrove is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Buescher is a pulmonary critical care physician. He has been deeply involved in clinical teaching of both medical students, interns, residents and fellows throughout his career. He is the director of the Medical/Surgical Critical Care Units at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital as well as MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital. He is president of a large community private practice pulmonary and critical group (Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates of Baltimore) He serves at Hopkins on the part-time clinical faculty. Research Summary Dr. Buescher is involved in multiple clinical research projects. Dr. Buescher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sarcoidosis, Neurosarcoidosis, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Buescher is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Lee is a specialist in Interventional Pulmonary and serves as the Wang Interventional Pulmonary Fellowship Director. His areas of clinical expertise include interventional pulmonology, pleural disease, minimal invasive diagnostics and lung cancer at Johns Hopkins. He also has extensive experience in the minimally invasive management of malignant airway obstruction, complex airway management and difficulty airways. In addition, he specializes in the diagnosis and management of pleural diseases and symptom relief with minimally invasive procedures. He is a fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians and the Johns Hopkins Master of Education for Health Professionals. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lisa Maragakis, M.D., M.P.H., FSHEA, FIDSA is a professor of medicine and epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Maragakis is the Senior Director of Infection Prevention, for The Johns Hopkins Health System and the Hospital Epidemiologist for The Johns Hopkins Hospital. In these roles, she is responsible for the conceptualization, planning, implementation, and development of the Johns Hopkins Health System's infection control and prevention program. Her research interests are the epidemiology, prevention and control of healthcare-acquired infections and antimicrobial-resistant gram-negative bacilli. Dr. Maragakis serves as the Executive Director of the Johns Hopkins Hospital Biocontainment Unit and as Incident Commander for the Johns Hopkins Medicine COVID-19 response. She also serves as the IDSA Co-Chair for the 2022 Update of the Compendium of Strategies to Prevent Healthcare-Associated Infections, and as Co-Chair of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee (HICPAC). Dr. Maragakis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Ebola Virus Disease, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Sepsis. Dr. Maragakis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Family Medicine

    Patient First Maryland Medical Group PLLC

    5100 Eastern Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Mcglaughlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Mcglaughlin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Cystitis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Putcha is a pulmonary and critical care physician. She is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of lung disease (specifically obstructive lung diseases such as COPD and asthma), and in the care of critically ill patients in the Medical ICU. She is a member of the Lung Research Conference Planning Committee and provides teaching to medical students and residents at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Putcha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Asthma. Dr. Putcha is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William F. Wright, D.O., M.P.H, Assistant Professor of Medicine, completed medical training residency in internal medicine and adult infectious diseases fellowship at Pennylvania State University Medical School. He pursued further training in Clinical Pathology/Medical Microbiology at Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven (2009) and completed his Master in Public Health (2007) at Drexel University School of Public Health, Philadelphia. His research interests include fever of unknown origin (FUO), antimicrobial resistance and therapeutic discoveries, molecular mechanisms of resistance, and the impact of diagnostic clinical microbiology on the practice of infectious diseases. He currently serves as clinical director for the inpatient infectious diseases consult services and services for the management of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. His outpatient clinical practice focuses on general infectious diseases, infections in burn patients, infections in immunocompromised patients, and travel-related infections. He primarily sees patients at Johns Hopkins Greenspring Station, Johns Hopkins Bayview Outpatient offices, and also attends on the inpatient infectious disease consult service at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Wright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Meningitis, and Necrotizing Fasciitis. Dr. Wright is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    4940 Eastern Avenue, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Hughes is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, and Atypical Pneumonia. Dr. Hughes is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Allergy & Asthma Center, 2nd Floor, Allergy & Asthma Center, 2nd Floor, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Liu is a pulmonary physician with additional expertise in allergy and immunology. He is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with severe asthma with a focus on developing new treatments for severe disease that has failed to respond to standard therapies. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eosinophilic Asthma, Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia, Eosinophilic Pneumonia, Simple Pulmonary Eosinophilia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Liu is board certified in American Board Of Allergy And Immunology and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Allergy & Asthma Center, 2nd Floor, Allergy & Asthma Center, 2nd Floor, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Chen practices Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. His primary area of interest is sarcoidosis, and he has extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of sarcoidosis in all of its forms, and the management of consequences of this systemic disease. The Sarcoidosis Clinic often serves to coordinate management of patients with multi-organ involvement with sarcoidosis, and to this end Dr. Chen actively maintains clinical and research collaborations with Cardiology, Cardiovascular Nuclear Medicine, Neurology, and Ophthalmology. Additionally, Dr. Chen participates as a Physician Champion in the Johns Hopkins Health System Epic project to improve the safety and quality of care of critically ill patients through optimization of the electronic medical record. His work involves developing systems-based approaches to complex management issues, including sepsis and severe alcohol withdrawal. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sarcoidosis, Neurosarcoidosis, Lung Metastases, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Chen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    UM SJMG - Pulmonary Care And Sleep Medicine

    515 Fairmount Ave Ste 500, 
    Towson, MD 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mitchell Schwartz is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Schwartz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Neurosarcoidosis, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Mercy Medical Center

    301 Saint Paul St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Saiyad Sarkar is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Sarkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleural Effusion, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Medical Center

    301 Saint Paul St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mahwish Ali is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ali is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Bay Area Health Care Inc

    11 S Paca St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Morrissey is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Morrissey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, COVID-19, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia

    University Of Maryland Medical System

    110 S Paca St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suresh Basnet is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Basnet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    110 S Paca St Fl 2, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nirav Shah is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Sarcoidosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeneen Gifford is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Gifford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypovolemic Shock, Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia?

    Hospital-acquired pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that occurs during a hospital stay. This type of pneumonia can be very severe. Sometimes, it can be fatal.

    When should I see a Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 a Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    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 a Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia 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 a Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia 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 Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia 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 Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia 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 a Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia 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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