The 20 Best Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis Doctors Near Me

Find the Top Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis Experts and Specialists

The 20 Best Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis Doctors Near Me

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 2993 doctor with experience in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. Of these, 2359 are Experienced, 518 are Advanced, 82 are Distinguished and 34 are Elite.

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    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    200 Medical Plz Ste 365530, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tisha Wang is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wang is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Lung Transplant.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UF Health Pulmonary - Medical Specialties - Medical Plaza

    1549 Gale Lemerand Dr, 
    Gainesville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Ataya is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Ataya is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Lung Transplant, and Fasciotomy.

    Matthias Griese
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Munich, BY, DE 

    Matthias Griese practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Griese is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Lacrimo-Auriculo-Dento-Digital Syndrome, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Lung Transplant.

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    Etsuro Yamaguchi
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Nagakute, JP 

    Etsuro Yamaguchi practices in Nagakute, Japan. Yamaguchi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. Their top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Sarcoidosis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

    Vincent Cottin
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Groupement Hospitalier Est, 
    Lyon, FR 

    Vincent Cottin practices in Lyon, France. Mr. Cottin is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Transplant, and Angioplasty.

    Raul M. Ayala
    Advanced in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Aurora Pulmonology

    2845 Greenbrier Rd, Ste 210, 
    Green Bay, WI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Raul Ayala is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Dr. Ayala is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Lung Nodules, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    200 Albert Sabin Way Fl 3, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Trapnell is an Internal Medicine provider in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Trapnell is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, and Cystic Fibrosis.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Chuo, JP 

    Yoshikazu Inoue practices in Chuo, Japan. Mr. Inoue is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Hepatectomy, and Mastectomy.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis

    Ruhrlandklinik

    Essen, NW, DE 

    Francesco Bonella practices in Essen, Germany. Mr. Bonella is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Sakai, JP 

    Toru Arai practices in Sakai, Japan. Mr. Arai is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Lung Transplant.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Tokyo, JP 

    Ryushi Tazawa practices in Tokyo, Japan. Tazawa is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. Their top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Fabry Disease, Waardenburg Syndrome Type 2, and Lymphangioleiomyomatosis.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Tokyo, JP 

    Koh Nakata practices in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Nakata is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, Hemolytic Crisis, Lung Transplant, and Bone Graft.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis

    IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo

    Pavia, IT 

    Ilaria Campo practices in Pavia, Italy. Ms. Campo is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Mitaka, JP 

    Haruyuki Ishii practices in Mitaka, Japan. Ishii is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. Their top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Pneumonia, Gumma, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Sakai, JP 

    Masaki Hirose practices in Sakai, Japan. Mr. Hirose is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Sakai, JP 

    Chikatoshi Sugimoto practices in Sakai, Japan. Sugimoto is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. Their top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Niigata, JP 

    Nobutaka Kitamura practices in Niigata, Japan. Kitamura is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. Their top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, Leukocytosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Pavia, IT 

    Maurizio Luisetti practices in Pavia, Italy. Mr. Luisetti is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Emphysema, Subcutaneous Emphysema, and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD).

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Carl Neuberg Str. 1, 
    Hannover, NI, DE 

    Thomas Moritz practices in Hannover, Germany. Mr. Moritz is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Teratoma of the Mediastinum, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Elite in Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
    Rennes, FR 

    Stephane Jouneau practices in Rennes, France. Ms. Jouneau is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis?

    Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis (PAP) is a rare disease in which a type of protein builds up in the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs, making breathing difficult. Pulmonary means related to the lungs.

    When should I see a Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis doctor near me?

    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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis doctor near me?

    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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis doctors near me?

    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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis doctors near me?

    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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis doctor near me?

    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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis 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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis doctor near me?

    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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis 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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis 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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis 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 Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis 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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