The 20 Best Pneumonia Doctors Near Me in Chevy Chase, MD

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 1373 doctor with experience in Pneumonia near Chevy Chase, MD. Of these, 1157 are Experienced, 194 are Advanced and 22 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
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    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Danoff is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Co-Director of the Hopkins Interstitial Lung Disease Clinic. She is a specialist in diseases causing fibrosis or scarring in the lung, particularly those associated with autoimmune diseases including myositis. Dr. Danoff is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Danoff is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Checkley specializes in intensive care medicine. He is an expert in the diagnosis and management of acute respiratory failure and the acute respiratory distress syndrome. He also has extensive experience in the management of other life-threatening conditions commonly seen in the medical intensive care unit, including septic shock, acute gastrointestinal bleeding, acute liver failure, among other critical conditions. Dr. Checkley earned his M.D. from Northwestern University and received his Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University. He completed his internal medicine residency training at Emory University and fellowship training in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. His research interests include International lung health, epidemiology, mechanical ventilation and acute lung injury. Dr. Checkley has been recognized by the National Institute of Health with the 2007 Post-doctoral National Research Service Award and the 2009 Pathway to Independence Career Award. Dr. Checkley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, and Cerebral Hypoxia.

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

    University Of Maryland Community Medical Group Inc

    301 Hospital Dr, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Davidson is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Davidson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, and Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Dr. Davidson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    The Johns Hopkins University

    1830 E Monument St Fl 55, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maureen Horton is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Horton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.

    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    6333 Baltimore National Pike, 
    Catonsville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Motti Mulleta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Mulleta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Acute Cystitis, and Bronchitis.

    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    110 S Paca St Fl 2, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nevins Todd is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Todd is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Sarcoidosis, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonologists PC

    10605 Concord Street, Suite 500, Suite 500, 
    Kensington, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Graduate of Harvard College, Weill Cornell Medical College of Cornell University. Residency in Medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Brigham and Women''s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Research Fellowship in Respiratory Biology, Harvard School of Public Health. Private Practice, Pulmonologists PC of Montgomery County, MD since 1988. Special interest in sleep medicine. Clinical Professor of Medicine, George Washington Univ. School of Medicine since 2005. President, DC Thoracic Society, Washington DC 2014-2015. Volunteer Physician, Mercy Health Clinic, Gaithersburg MD. Member, Board of Directors, Mercy Health Clnic, 2013-15. Faculty leader, Hait mobile health clinics, Project Medishares and G.W. International Medicine, 2012- . Videos 2016 Armstrong Award for Excellence in Quality and Safety - Steven Kariya, M.D., Suburban Hospital. Dr. Kariya is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Asthma, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Kariya is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Care And Sleep Medicine At UM Upper Chesapeake Health

    227 Gateway Dr Ste J, 
    Bel Air, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Birnbaum is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bel Air, Maryland. Dr. Birnbaum is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Oncology | Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Oncology | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    Lutherville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Tamil
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Karthik Suresh is a pulmonary and critical care physician. His clinical interests include acute lung injury and critical care medicine. He also specializes in the diagnosis and management of immune-related lung injury, especially in the context of autoimmune conditions and chemotherapy/immunotherapy for cancer. Dr. Suresh is a member of the Hopkins immune-related adverse events (irAE) tox team. He also takes care of critically ill patients in the medical and oncology ICUs. He’s a firm faculty member for the Janeway Firm of the Osler Housestaff Medical Service and provides teaching to medical students, housestaff and fellows. Dr. Suresh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Cerebral Hypoxia. Dr. Suresh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wise is a pulmonary, critical care physician. He is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with obstructive lung disease, including those with asthma and COPD. He is a consultant for patients with scleroderma and interstitial lung disease. He has expertise in pulmonary physiology and lung function testing. Dr. Wise’s research focus is the conduct of multi-center clinical trials in airway diseases and related translational research. Dr. Wise is the co-director of the Pulmonary T32 Multi-disciplinary Training Program in Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Wise is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Sarcoidosis. Dr. Wise is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

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

    Dr. McCormack is a pulmonary, critical care physician and Associate Director of the Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine Division. She is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with obstructive lung disease, including those with asthma and COPD. She has expertise in pulmonary physiology. She serves as the Medical Director of the Johns Hopkins University Pulmonary Function Laboratory and as the Chair of the American Thoracic Society Pulmonary Function Test Committee. She earned her M.D. from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and her M.H.S. from the Bloomberg School of Public Health. She completed her residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and performed a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Johns Hopkins. She was the recipient of the Frederick L. Brancati Excellence in Mentoring Award. She plays an active role in mentoring fellows and junior faculty in the Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine Division. Dr. Mccormack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Mccormack is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Brodie is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Brodie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), COVID-19, Respiratory Acidosis, Lung Transplant, and Embolectomy. Dr. Brodie is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse STE 412, Falls Concourse STE 412, 
    Lutherville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Robin Avery is an infectious disease physician who joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2012, with two decades of experience in transplant infectious disease. She is a past chair of the American Society of Transplantation (AST) Infectious Disease Community of Practice, was a co-editor of the first edition of the AST ID Guidelines, and serves on a Guidelines Committee for the Infectious Disease Society of America (IDSA) on immunizations in the immunocompromised host. She was the founding head of the Transplant Infectious Disease Section at the Cleveland Clinic and served as the founding director of the Cleveland Clinic Transplant ID Special Fellowship, authoring a curriculum that served as the basis for curricula later endorsed by the AST and IDSA. Her clinical and research interests include pre-transplant donor and recipient evaluation, and prevention and treatment of post-transplant infections, particularly transplant-associated viruses, viral load monitoring, novel therapies for CMV, hypogammaglobulinemia, immunizations, and strategies for safer living post-transplant. She has a strong interest in patient education and co-authored the script for a video designed to educate patients on decreasing post-transplant infection risks. Dr. Avery is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, COVID-19, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). Dr. Avery is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse Suite 412, Falls Concourse Suite 412, 
    Lutherville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stacey-ann Brown is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lutherville, Maryland. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Cholesterol Pneumonia.

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

    Medical Arts Building - Columbia

    11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 201, Suite 201, 
    Columbia, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    David Holden, M.D., practices pulmonary medicine at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine, and also completed his residency in internal medicine at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Holden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease. Dr. Holden is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of 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.

    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Western MD Specialty Services - Pulmonary Diseases/CCM

    12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 280, 
    Cumberland, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shravan Kooragayalu, MD, specializes in pulmonary critical care and is board-certified in internal medicine and pulmonary disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Western Maryland Pulmonary Physicians. Dr. Kooragayalu completed his medical degree at Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute, residency at Montefiore Medical Center, and fellowship at Cook County Hospital - SEE John Stroger Hospital. Dr. Kooragayalu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, and Pulmonary Fibrosis. Dr. Kooragayalu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine , and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1717 East Monument Street, Park Building, Ground Level, Park Building, Ground Level, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Baddley is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Baddley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of 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.

    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Elkton

    111 West High Street, Suite 203, 
    Elkton, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Waseem Ahangar is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Elkton, Maryland. Dr. Ahangar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Pneumonia.

    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Hager is a specialist in Critical Care Medicine. He is an expert in the diagnosis and management of all forms of acute respiratory failure, including asthma, pneumonia, C.O.P.D., neuromuscular diseases, and the acute respiratory distress syndrome. He also has extensive experience in the management of other life-threatening conditions such as pulmonary embolism, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, shock from sepsis, hypovolemia, and heart disease, and metabolic emergencies such as diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar states. Dr. Hager is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), COVID-19, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Dr. Hager is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    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 Chevy Chase, 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 Pneumonia doctor near Chevy Chase, 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 Pneumonia doctors near Chevy Chase, 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 Pneumonia doctors near Chevy Chase, 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 Pneumonia doctor near Chevy Chase, 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 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 Chevy Chase, 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 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 Chevy Chase, MD?

    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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