The 20 Best Silicosis Doctors Near Me in Colorado, US

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The 20 Best Silicosis Doctors in Colorado, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 37 doctor with experience in Silicosis near Colorado, US. Of these, 30 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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37 providers found
    Elite in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Elite in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    National Jewish Health

    1400 Jackson St, 
    Denver, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cecile Rose is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Rose is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. Her top areas of expertise are Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis, Silicosis, Sarcoidosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Distinguished in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    National Jewish Health

    1400 Jackson St, 
    Denver, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeremy Hua is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Hua is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Silicosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Tina Y. Welker
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Family Medicine

    Patterson Primary Care Clinic

    2570 Patterson Road, 
    Grand Junction, CO 
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Welker is from Albuquerque, New Mexico. She received her bachelor’s degree in Chemistry at the University of New Mexico prior to attending the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. After she earned her medical degree, Dr. Welker completed a Family Practice Residency at the University of New Mexico Family Medicine Program. Following residency, she joined West Mesa Family Medicine in Albuquerque. This family medicine group was the foundation for Presbyterian Medical Group, now the largest medical group in New Mexico. She has practiced in Albuquerque since 1988.Dr. Welker enjoys caring for families, infants to grandparents. She has a special interest in women’s health needs.Dr. Welker and her husband are moving to Grand Junction to be closer to her daughter’s family and grandkids. Visiting Grand Junction, they have grown to love the area and the beautiful surroundings and diverse outdoor activities it provides.When not at work she enjoys biking, gardening and hiking with her family. Dr. Welker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. Her top areas of expertise are Silicosis, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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    Distinguished in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Montrose Memorial Hospital, Inc

    900 S 4th St, 
    Motnrose, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jimmy Gilbert is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Motnrose, Colorado. Dr. Gilbert is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Cerebral Hypoxia, Lung Metastases, and Silicosis.

    Advanced in Silicosis
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Silicosis
    Interventional Radiology

    Montrose Regional Health

    800 S 3rd St, 
    Montrose, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Randall Raziano is an Interventional Radiologist in Montrose, Colorado. Dr. Raziano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Cholesterol Pneumonia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Advanced in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Uchealth Glomerular Diseases Clinic-Anschutz Medical Campus

    1635 Aurora Ct Fl 7, 
    Aurora, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abigail Lara is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Aurora, Colorado. Dr. Lara is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. Her top areas of expertise are Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Silicosis.

    Katie Payne
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Internal Medicine

    CommonSpirit Primary Care St. Thomas More

    1338 Phay Ave, Bldg D, 
    Canon City, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Katie Payne, MD, believes health care is a human right and that patients have a right to drive their own health-related decisions. She carefully explains current evidence-based practices and works with her patients to make thoughtful decisions. Dr. Payne is board certified in internal medicine and advanced diabetes management. She also has training in endocrinology, cardiology, pulmonology, hepatology, infectious disease and rheumatology. Dr. Payne’s practice includes adults with multiple complex chronic medical conditions and an emphasis on insulin-dependent diabetes, including the latest technology and pump therapy.Dr. Payne received her medical degree from the University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.Outside of work, Dr. Payne enjoys hiking, yoga, camping, PC games and board games. We create a welcoming environment for all, and we are committed to providing respectful and sensitive care to transgender, non-binary, and gender-expansive patients. Dr. Payne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. Her top areas of expertise are Silicosis, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

    Santosh Dhungana
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Colorado Springs Pulmonary Consultants

    2312 N Nevada Ave Ste 305, 
    Colorado Springs, CO 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Santosh Dhungana is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Dr. Dhungana has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Dhungana is currently accepting new patients.

    Muhammad A. Hussieno
    Advanced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Wellington Lung & Sleep Clinic

    1050 Wellington Avenue, 
    Grand Junction, CO 
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Muhammad Hussieno is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Grand Junction, Colorado. Dr. Hussieno has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Pulmonary Hypertension. Dr. Hussieno is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Pueblo Pulmonary Associates

    1600 N Grand Ave Ste 140, 
    Pueblo, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Shapiro is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Pueblo, Colorado. Dr. Shapiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Shapiro is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    National Jewish Health

    1400 Jackson St, 
    Denver, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Silpa Krefft is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Krefft is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Silicosis, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Sarcoidosis, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Pueblo Pulmonary Associates

    1600 N Grand Ave Ste 140, 
    Pueblo, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshiah Gordon is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Pueblo, Colorado. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Cholesterol Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gordon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Mercy Hospital

    1010 Three Springs Blvd, 
    Durango, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gustav Hallin is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Durango, Colorado. Dr. Hallin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Cerebral Hypoxia, and Silicosis.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Pueblo Pulmonary Associates

    1600 N Grand Ave Ste 140, 
    Pueblo, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcel Junqueira is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Pueblo, Colorado. Dr. Junqueira is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Junqueira is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Aspen Valley Hospital

    401 Castle Creek Rd, 
    Aspen, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suresh Khilnani is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Aspen, Colorado. Dr. Khilnani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Lung Metastases, Asthma in Children, and Asthma.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Colorado Springs Pulmonary Consultants

    2222 N Nevada Ave Ste 4004, 
    Colorado Springs, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dheeraj Dhotre is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Dr. Dhotre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Lung Nodules, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Dhotre is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine

    Montrose Regional Health

    800 S 3rd St, 
    Montrose,, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lee Ettinger is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Montrose,, Colorado. Dr. Ettinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Experienced in Silicosis

    Radiology Imaging Associates PC

    10800 E Geddes Ave Ste 300, 
    Englewood, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Albritton is a Radiologist in Englewood, Colorado. Dr. Albritton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Emphysema, and Colonic Malakoplakia.

    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Silicosis
    Pediatric Radiology

    Children's Hospital Colorado

    13123 E 16th Ave, 
    Aurora, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Weinman is a Pediatric Radiologist in Aurora, Colorado. Dr. Weinman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Phosphoglycerate Mutase Deficiency, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Cerebral Hypoxia.

    Advanced in Silicosis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Silicosis
    Family Medicine

    Allergy & Asthma Center Of Western Colorado P C

    3330 S Rio Grande Ave Ste 300, 
    Montrose, CO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Randal Shelton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Montrose, Colorado. Dr. Shelton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Silicosis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Silicosis?

    Silicosis is a respiratory disease caused by breathing in (inhaling) silica dust. There are three types of Silicosis: Simple chronic Silicosis may cause people to have difficulty breathing. Swelling of the lungs and other symptoms occur faster in this type of Silicosis than in the simple chronic form. Acute Silicosis results from short-term exposure (weeks or months) of large amounts of silica. The lungs become very inflamed and can fill with fluid, causing severe shortness of breath and low blood oxygen levels. A cough, weight loss, and fatigue may also be present. Acute Silicosis progresses rapidly and can be fatal within months. People who work in jobs where they are exposed to silica dust (mining, quarrying, construction, sand blasting, stone cutting) are at risk of developing this condition.

    When should I see a Silicosis doctor in Colorado, US?

    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 Silicosis doctor in Colorado, US?

    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 Silicosis doctors in Colorado, US?

    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 Silicosis doctors in Colorado, US?

    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 Silicosis doctor in Colorado, US?

    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 Silicosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Silicosis 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 Silicosis doctor in Colorado, US?

    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 Silicosis 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 Silicosis 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 Silicosis doctors in Colorado, US?

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

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