The 20 Best Pneumonia Doctors Near Me in Kennesaw, GA

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The 20 Best Pneumonia Doctors near Kennesaw, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 148 doctor with experience in Pneumonia near Kennesaw, GA. Of these, 116 are Experienced, 27 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Stuart J. Simon
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Marietta

    660 Cherokee St, Suite 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stuart Simon, M.D., FCCP, earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Ga. He completed his residency and internship in internal medicine at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, where he was chief medical resident. He completed his fellowship in pulmonology and critical care medicine at Yale University.Dr. Simon received his undergraduate degrees in biology and sociology from Tulane University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Simon was in practice with Georgia Lung Associates. He holds board certifications in critical care medicine, pulmonary disease and internal medicine.Dr. Simon specializes in emphysema, lung cancer, pulmonary rehabilitation and respiratory exercise physiology and rehabilitation.In his spare time, Dr. Simon enjoys biking and exercising.Dr. Simon welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Simon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pneumonia.

    Brion Lock
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Marietta

    660 Cherokee St, Suite 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brion J. Lock, M.D., graduated with a bachelor of arts degree from Kalamazoo College in Kalamazoo, Mich. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Mich. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Lock was chosen to serve as chief resident for one year after completion of his internal medicine residency in 2002. He stayed at UAB to complete his pulmonary and critical care fellowship and served as chief fellow during his final year of training.Dr. Lock is described as hard working and passionate about the practice of medicine. His colleagues consider him to be very energetic and industrious with regard to patient care. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Lock was in practice with Georgia Lung Associates for 7 years. Dr. Lock is board certified in critical care and pulmonary disease, and specializes in cough and airways diseases including asthma, COPD, and bronchiectasis.In his spare time, Dr. Lock enjoys sports, cooking, and traveling with his family.Dr. Lock welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Lock is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Lung Nodules, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Wellstar Medical Group LLC

    5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Schlosberg is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Schlosberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Chronic Cough, and Bullae. Dr. Schlosberg is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    Wellstar Medical Group LLC

    5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hitendra Patel is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Idiopathic Hypersomnia. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    55 Whitcher St Ne, Suite 160, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wesley Bray is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Bray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Neurosarcoidosis, and Sarcoidosis.

    Samuel Szumstein
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Sleep Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Marietta

    660 Cherokee St, Suite 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Szumstein, M.D., earned his medical degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela in Caracas, Venezuela. He completed his residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed his pulmonary, sleep and critical care medicine fellowships at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Szumstein was in practice with Georgia Lung Associates. Previous to that, he was an assistant professor at the University of Virginia and helped train residents and worked as a staff physician at Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salem, Va. He is board certified in pulmonary diseases, critical care medicine and sleep medicine. In his spare time, Dr. Szumstein enjoys spending time with his family, while traveling, hitting the slopes, riding jet skis, watching sports and listening to a wide range of music. Dr. Szumstein welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Szumstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Irregular Sleep-Wake Syndrome.

    Ram Paramesh
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Austell

    3820 Medical Park Drive, 
    Austell, GA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sriram I. Paramesh, M.D., earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College in Albany, N.Y. He completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh. He received his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Paramesh was in practice with Georgia Lung Associates. Dr. Paramesh has been practicing medicine since 1999. He holds board certifications in critical care medicine, pulmonary disease and internal medicine. Dr. Paramesh specializes in pulmonary rehabilitation and sarcoidosis.In his spare time, Dr. Paramesh enjoys playing tennis, traveling, fine dining and reading.Dr. Paramesh welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Paramesh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Bronchiectasis, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Steven Harris
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine Austell

    3820 Medical Park Drive, 
    Austell, GA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven E. Harris, M.D., FCCP, earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, La. He completed his residency at George Washington University. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Harris was in practice with Georgia Lung Associates. Dr. Harris has been practicing medicine for 24 years. He is the Director of the Asthma and Allergy program at Piedmont Physicians Georgia Lung and holds board certifications in pulmonary disease and internal medicine. Dr. Harris also specializes in Allergy and Asthma for pulmonary patients. In his spare time, Dr. Harris enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf. Dr. Harris welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Harris is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pneumonia.

    Samyuktha N. Muralidhara
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Experienced in Pneumonia

    Piedmont Physicians Of Kennesaw

    187 Chastain Rd Suite 200, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samyuktha Muralidhara, M.D., earned her Doctorate Degree in Medicine from the University of Sint Eustasius SOM in Cole Bay, Sint Maarten, Caribbean. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology at Michigan State University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at Kennesaw, Dr. Muralidhara was Chief Resident of the Family Medicine Program at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. Also while at Mercy Hospital, Dr. Muralidhara was a resident preceptor where she provided medical care and taught students at Des Moines Medical University on two medical brigade trips to Honduras. Dr. Muralidhara is board certified in family medicine and passed the United States Medical Licensing Examination on her first attempt. She is a member of the American Medical Association, American Board of Family Medicine and American Academy of Family Practitioners. Dr. Muralidhara is passionate about providing excellent healthcare to all of her patients and committed to preventative care practices. Additionally, she has special interests in women's health and treating mental health issues. In her spare time, Dr. Muralidhara enjoys playing tennis and golf, reading, running and taking road trips. Dr. Muralidhara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Northside Primary Care Professional Services,llc

    3540 Cobb Pkwy Nw, Suite 201, 
    Acworth, GA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Angel Brown is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Brown has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    Wellstar Medical Group LLC

    5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Varsha Taskar is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Taskar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Cystic Fibrosis, Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), Lung Metastases, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Taskar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Wellstar Pulmonary Medicine-Marietta

    400 Tower Rd NE Ste 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anant Dalvi is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Dalvi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Lung Nodules, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    Wellstar Medical Group LLC

    2540 Windy Hill Rd, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nora Hurt is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Hurt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Nodules, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Hurt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine

    Creekside Medical Clinic, LLC

    3104 Creekside Vlg Dr.STE201, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    We are a primary care family practice devoted to providing comprehensive health care for adolescent children and adults with a gender sensitive, responsive and compassionate approach and base our success on our patients' long-term good health. We will treat each patient with dignity and are committed to listening to each patient's concerns and aggressively treating our patients ailments. Dr. Ramprasad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Macroamylasemia.

    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine

    Kennesaw Medical Center

    3805 Cherokee St NW, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tami Breton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Breton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1.

    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1600 Kennesaw Due West Rd NW Ste 625, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Matechak is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Matechak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, H1N1 Influenza, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19.

    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine

    Office

    4421 Carnes St, 
    Acworth, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ralph Warnock is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Warnock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Vascular Dementia, Dementia, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Wellstar Pulmonary Medicine-Marietta

    400 Tower Rd NE Ste 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aamer Rahman is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Rahman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Intensivists

    400 Tower Rd NE Ste 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Surya Palakuru is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Palakuru has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Bronchiectasis, Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Wellstar Pulmonary Medicine-Marietta

    400 Tower Rd NE Ste 200, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Atul Bhatnagar is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Bhatnagar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Pleural Effusion, Pneumonia, Pleurisy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Pneumonia?

    Pneumonia is inflamed or swollen lung tissue due to infection with a germ.

    This article covers community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). This type of pneumonia is found in people who have not recently been in the hospital or another health care facility such as a nursing home or rehab facility. Pneumonia that affects people in or recently released from a health care facility, such as hospitals, is called hospital-acquired pneumonia (or health care-associated pneumonia).

    When should I see a Pneumonia doctor near Kennesaw, 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 a Pneumonia doctor near Kennesaw, 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 Pneumonia doctors near Kennesaw, 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 Pneumonia doctors near Kennesaw, 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 a Pneumonia doctor near Kennesaw, 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 Pneumonia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different 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 Pneumonia doctor near Kennesaw, 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 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 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 Pneumonia doctors near Kennesaw, GA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the 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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