Ross C. Schumacher
Texas Health Resources
Southwest Pulmonary
6124 W Parker Rd, Tx Hlth Presbyterian Plano, 
Plano, TX 

Overview

I am a specialist in Pulmonary and Critical Care medicine. I treat all pulmonary conditions, as well as perform advanced bronchoscopy to diagnose and treat lung conditions. I am particularly interested in Lung Cancer and Lung Nodule diagnosis, as well as treating bronchiectasis and other airway conditions.

His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Bronchiectasis.

Dr. Schumacher is board certified in Pulmonary Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Critical Care Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.

Residency

UT Southwestern

Specialties

Pulmonary Medicine
Intensive Care Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TX

Board Certifications

Pulmonary Medicine
Internal Medicine
Critical Care Medicine

Fellowships

University of Alabama at BirminghamDivision of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Medicine (2023)

Hospital Affiliations

Texas Health Allen
Texas Health Frisco
Texas Health Plano
Texas Health Rockwall
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen
Texas Health Hospital Frisco
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Awards

AOA

Insurance

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Locations

Southwest Pulmonary
6124 W Parker Rd, Tx Hlth Presbyterian Plano, Plano, TX 75093

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Schumacher has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Lung Nodules
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
Bronchiectasis
Interstitial Lung Disease
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
Asthma
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ross C. Schumacher

Is Dr. Ross C. Schumacher a top-rated expert for Emphysema?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ross C. Schumacher is classified as an Experienced expert for Emphysema, 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. Ross C. Schumacher specialize in?

While Dr. Ross C. Schumacher is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Emphysema, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.

Does Dr. Ross C. Schumacher participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ross C. Schumacher has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Emphysema. You can view a list of Dr. Ross C. Schumacher's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ross C. Schumacher accept my insurance?

Dr. Ross C. Schumacher accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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