Overview
As a pulmonologist and Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians, Dr. Kyaw’s practice encompasses COPD, asthma, lung nodule, restrictive lung disease and respiratory failure, among other conditions. She has been in practice since 2009 and now treats adults at Saint Joseph Medical Group – Pulmonology.Dr. Kyaw’s approach to patient care is individualized, and when asked about her patient care philosophy, she said, “I want to help the world breathe.” Compassionate listening and respect are the ways she shows humankindness when working with patients. “I want to deliver health care compassionately, safely and consistently,” she said. She strives to create a supportive, family-like environment with strong teamwork.Dr. Kyaw’s honors include the 2013 Award of Excellence Education from the Myanmar American Medical Education Society, Inc.; 2018 cardiovascular case report winner from the Southern Regional Meeting in New Orleans; two scholarships in 2019 from the American Thoracic Society; and winner of the 2019 CHEST Foundation Diversity Travel Grant.Dr. Kyaw received her medical education at the University of Medicine 2 in Myanmar (formerly Burma), with a postgraduate fellowship in pulmonary and critical care from Southern Illinois University and an internal medicine residency at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Outside of her work, her interests include practicing mindfulness, yoga and meditation.
Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
211 Fountain Court, Suite 210, Lexington, KY 40509
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Phyo Kyaw
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Phyo Kyaw?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Phyo Kyaw by calling their office at 859-629-7145. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Phyo Kyaw a top-rated expert for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Phyo Kyaw is classified as an Experienced expert for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Phyo Kyaw specialize in?
While Dr. Phyo Kyaw is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Interstitial Lung Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.
Does Dr. Phyo Kyaw participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Phyo Kyaw has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). You can view a list of Dr. Phyo Kyaw's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Phyo Kyaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Phyo Kyaw accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 859-629-7145 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. Kyaw isExperienced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Interstitial Lung DiseaseDr. Kyaw isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Lung Disease.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Kyaw isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- PneumoniaDr. Kyaw isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.