25 of the Best Pulmonologists Near Me in Yonkers, NY

Looking for the best lung doctor or lung specialist near Yonkers, NY? Find a top pulmonologist near you in Yonkers, NY who is an expert in your specific pulmonary condition. A pulmonologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating lung conditions.

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MediFind found 527 specialists near Yonkers, NY

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    Presbyterian Hospital

    622 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Selim Arcasoy is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Arcasoy is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Montefiore Greene Medical Arts Pavilion

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Mansour, MD, is Medical Director, Advanced Pulmonary Failure and Lung Transplantation and Assistant Professor at Montefiore Einstein. His clinical focus includes interventional pulmonary medicine, interstitial lung disease, lung transplantation, vascular medicine and sleep medicine. Dr. Mansour is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Gastrostomy, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Mansour is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    3
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    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Weilergi

    1825 Eastchester Road, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Dicpinigaitis, MD, is a Professor of Medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and an attending physician in the Division of Critical Care Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center. In addition to his clinical focus in care of critically ill patients, Dr. Dicpinigaitis is also founder and director of the Montefiore Cough Center, one of the few specialty centers in the world dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of patients with chronic cough. Dr. Dicpinigaitis is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Exogenous Lipoid Pneumonia, Asthma, Embolectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Dicpinigaitis is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Specialists Of North Jersey

    200 Grand Avenue, Suite 102, 
    Englewood, NJ 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Han is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Englewood, New Jersey. Dr. Han is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Cough, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Han is board certified in Pulmonary Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine . Dr. Han is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Associates Of Northern New Jersey P A

    200 Grand Ave Ste 102, 
    Englewood, NJ 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Theophanis Pavlou is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Englewood, New Jersey. Dr. Pavlou is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pneumonia, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), and Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH). Dr. Pavlou is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
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    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Klapper & DeLuca Pulmonary Associates, P.C.

    3322 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joerel Ramos is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Ramos is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Asthma, Asthma in Children, and Grass Allergy. Dr. Ramos is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
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    Pulmonary Medicine
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    Pulmonary Medicine
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    Klapper & DeLuca Pulmonary Associates, P.C.

    3322 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Deluca is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Deluca is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Asthma, Grass Allergy, and Empyema. Dr. Deluca is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Pulmonary Medicine And Cardiology At Manhasset

    1350 Northern Boulevard, 
    Manhasset, NY 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Karp is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Karp is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheobronchomalacia, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Lung Nodules. Dr. Karp is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Karp is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    30
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    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    30
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    Pulmonary Medicine
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    HMH - Pulmonary Academic Practice

    20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 707, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Keith Brenner is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Brenner is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease. Dr. Brenner is board certified in Critical Care Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine . Dr. Brenner is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    29
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    29
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Angela Dimango is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Dimango is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bronchiectasis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Dimango is board certified in Pulmonary Disease and Internal Medicine. Dr. Dimango is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Byron Thomashow is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Thomashow is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchiectasis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, and Emphysema.

    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Claire Keating, MD is the Associate Director of the Gunnar Esiason Adult Cystic Fibrosis and Lung Program since 2009. Dr. Keating is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchiectasis, Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), and Lung Metastases. Dr. Keating is board certified in Pulmonary Disease Medicine and Internal Medicine. Dr. Keating is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street, Floor 14, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Luke Benvenuto is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Benvenuto is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Benvenuto is board certified in Pulmonary Disease Medicine and Internal Medicine. Dr. Benvenuto is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    11
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    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Presbyterian Hospital

    622 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Lederer is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Lederer is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    WPHPA Of Scarsdale

    750 White Plains Road, East Entrance, 
    Scarsdale, NY 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Richard Frimer is board-certified in pulmonology, critical care and internal medicine. Dr. Frimer is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Metastases. Dr. Frimer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Frimer is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Physician Specialists Of Northern Jersey

    1 Sears Dr, Suite 306, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jason Shatkin is co-founder of Physician Specialists of Northern Jersey and medical director of our Pulmonology, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine department. He is Board-Certified in each of his three specialties - Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Shatkin received his MD-Doctor of Medicine from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1995 and then completed his Residency/Internship training in Internal Medicine at North Shore University Hospital, New York in 1998. He completed his Fellowships in Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at NYU School of Medicine in 2001. Dr. Shatkin’s clinical research studies experience includes fundamental research in cardiac and neuro-pharmacology, and clinical trials of new treatments for respiratory and sleep disorders.As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Jason Shatkin’s main focus is the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of Respiratory conditions such as Asthma, Bronchiectasis, Chronic Cough, COPD, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Cancer and many more. As a Sleep Specialist, Dr. Shatkin’s main focus is on disorders of fragmented sleep such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Narcolepsy and Insomnia, for which he has advanced training and expertise. Dr. Shatkin is a National Speaker for many organizations.Dr. Shatkin is also pulmonary director for the sub-acute rehabilitation center, currently CareOne at Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ, where our Practitioners provide transitional care medicine for patients post-hospitalization. Dr. Shatkin is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr. Shatkin is board certified in Pulmonology - ABIM, Critical Care - ABIM, and Sleep Medicine - ABSM. Dr. Shatkin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. DiMango is Director of the Columbia University Gunnar Esiason Adult Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Program and the Asthma Research Program. The adult CF program cares for nearly 300 people with CF, with support from a dedicated multi-disciplinary team. She is co-Director of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics Development Network at Columbia. She currently serves as Principal Investigator for numerous research projects in the areas of cystic fibrosis and asthma. Dr. DiMango currently serves as the national Chair of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) Therapeutics Development Network Program Protocol Review Committee. Dr. Dimango is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Fibrosis, Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), Newborn Jaundice, Lung Transplant, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Dimango is board certified in Pulmonary Disease Medicine and Internal Medicine. Dr. Dimango is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Christine Kim Garcia is the Frode-Jensen Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Her laboratory studies the genetic basis of lung disease, including pulmonary fibrosis. She is the Chief of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine Division within the Department of Medicine, a member of the Center for Precision Medicine and Genomics and an affiliate of the Institute for Genomic Medicine. Dr. Garcia is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Garcia is board certified in Pulmonary Disease Medicine. Dr. Garcia is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building

    177 Ft. Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Darryl Abrams, MD is an Associate Professor of Medicine and a medical intensivist and ECMO attending at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He is the Associate Medical Director and Director of Research of the Medical ECMO Program at the Center for Acute Respiratory Failure, as well as Medical Director of Intermediate Care and Pre-Critical Care Services.He has been actively involved on several committees within international ECMO organizations, including the International ECMO Network (ECMONet) and the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO). Areas of clinical and research expertise include the role of Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) in acute and chronic respiratory failure and pulmonary hypertension, with particular interest in the ethical implications of increasingly sophisticated life-sustaining technologies. Dr. Abrams is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Respiratory Acidosis, Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Abrams is board certified in Pulmonary Disease Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Abrams is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    3
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    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Medical Arts Pavilion Pulmonary

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 2nd Floor, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Sadoughi, MD, is Director, Interventional Pulmonology and Bronchoscopy and Associate Professor, Medicine at Montefiore Einstein. He specializes in interventional pulmonology, a subspecialty of pulmonary and critical care medicine that uses endoscopy and other minimally invasive tools to diagnose and treat patients with benign and malignant chest diseases. Dr. Sadoughi is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Cerebral Hypoxia, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sadoughi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    3
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    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

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    161 Fort Washington Ave Ste 312, 
    New York,, NY 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Larry Schulman is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York,, New York. Dr. Schulman is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Chronic Cough, and Neurosarcoidosis. Dr. Schulman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Pulmonary Medicine
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    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Medical Arts Pavilion Pulmonary

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 2nd Floor, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Clinical Specialty Areas. Dr. Appel is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Lung Metastases, and Legius Syndrome. Dr. Appel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
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    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Expertise in
    2
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    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral required

    CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building

    177 Ft. Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Croatian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sanja Jelic is an Professor of Medicine in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine at the Columbia University in New York. She received her MD degree from University of Zagreb, Croatia and trained in internal, pulmonary and sleep medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Columbia University in New York. Her research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of endothelial dysfunction in disturbed sleep, including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and sleep deprivation. Dr. Jelic was named Herbert Irving Professor at Columbia University, received awards from American Thoracic Society, American Academy of Sleep Medicine and American Lung Association. Dr. Jelic’s research is funded by the NIH/NHLBI, American Heart Association, American Thoracic Society and American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Dr. Jelic is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Cerebral Hypoxia. Dr. Jelic is board certified in Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary Disease Medicine, and Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Jelic is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    HMH Heart Failure And PAH Program

    20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 201, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Munish Sharma is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Sharma is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Bronchitis, Pulmonary Hypertension, Lung Transplant, and Angioplasty. Dr. Sharma is board certified in Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
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    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
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    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Medical Arts Pavilion Pulmonary Function Test

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 2nd Floor, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Simon D. Spivack, MD, MPH, is Professor, Medicine, Epidemiology and Genetics at Montefiore Einstein. He is also former Emeritus Chief, Pulmonary Medicine. Clinically, Dr. Spivack specializes in consultative pulmonary medicine, with an emphasis on the evaluation of lung nodules, lung cancer screening, asthma, and environmental and interstitial lung disease. After obtaining his Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology from McGill University in Montreal, Canada in 1980, Dr. Spivack earned his Doctor of Medicine from the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in 1985. He then completed an internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in 1988. Dr. Spivack then earned his Master of Public Health at Harvard University, School of Public Health in 1989. He completed a clinical pulmonary and critical care medicine and lung research fellowship at the University of Vermont in 1992. Dr. Spivack’s research focuses on the development of non-invasive early detection airway biomarkers of lung cancer risk, as well as epigenetics, gene regulation, gene-environment interaction and non-invasive measurement of deep lung phenomena in humans. His work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, articles, chapters and books, and he has given many national/international presentations, organized symposia and visiting professorships. Dr. Spivack is on the Editorial Board for Scientific Reports and is a reviewer for journals such as PLoS Genetics, Genetics in Medicine, Nature Protocols, American Journal of Respiratory & Critical Care Medicine, Carcinogenesis, Cancer Research and others. He holds multiple United States patents. He has been continually funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research for over 25 years. Dr. Spivack is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Asthma, Sarcoidosis, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Dr. Spivack is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is a pulmonologist?          

    A pulmonologist is a doctor who focuses on diagnosing and treating diseases of the lungs and respiratory system. Pulmonologists are experts in conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, and other lung infections. They also treat more complex issues such as interstitial lung disease, lung cancer, and sleep-related breathing disorders like obstructive sleep apnea. Pulmonologists help patients breathe better and improve their lung function through medication, therapies, and lifestyle recommendations. They work with patients of all ages, although some may specialize in adults or children. 

    Why am I being referred to a pulmonologist?    

    You may be referred to a pulmonologist if your primary care doctor suspects you have a lung or breathing problem that requires specialized care. This referral could be for symptoms like shortness of breath, a persistent cough that won’t go away, wheezing, or chest pain. If your doctor thinks you have a condition like asthma, COPD, or a lung infection that isn’t improving with regular treatment, a pulmonologist can offer more in-depth testing and care. They also help manage chronic lung diseases to improve your quality of life and prevent complications. 

    What is the difference between a pulmonologist and other lung doctors?   

    Pulmonologists are specialists who focus only on lung and respiratory diseases, unlike general practitioners who treat a wide range of health issues. Some lung problems might also be treated by allergists or immunologists, especially if allergies are involved. However, pulmonologists are trained to handle more complicated or severe lung conditions. For example, they can diagnose and treat lung diseases that may require advanced tests or procedures, like bronchoscopy or lung biopsies, which other doctors may not be trained to do. This makes them the go-to experts for anything related to breathing and lung health. 

    What tests are performed by a pulmonologist?   

    Pulmonologists use several tests to check lung function and diagnose problems. Common tests include: 

    • Spirometry measures how much air you can breathe in and out, and how fast. This test helps diagnose conditions like asthma and COPD. 
    • Chest X-ray provides images of the lungs to check for infections, lung damage, or other issues. 
    • CT scan gives detailed images of the lungs and chest to look for tumors, blood clots, or lung scarring. 
    • Bronchoscopy is when a small camera is inserted into the lungs to check for blockages, infections, or abnormal tissue. 
    • Lung function tests measure how well the lungs move air in and out, and how efficiently they deliver oxygen to the blood. 
    • Blood tests check the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in your blood to see how well your lungs are working. 

    What are the signs of pulmonary issues?  

    Signs of pulmonary issues can vary from person to person, but common symptoms include: 

    • Shortness of breath 
    • Chronic cough 
    • Chronic mucus production 
    • Wheezing 
    • Chest pain 
    • Bluish lips or fingertips 
    • Coughing up blood 

    When should I see a Pulmonologist near Yonkers, NY?

    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 Pulmonologist near Yonkers, NY?

    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 Pulmonologists near Yonkers, NY?

    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 Pulmonologists near Yonkers, NY?

    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 Pulmonologist in Yonkers?

    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 Pulmonologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pulmonologist?

    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 Pulmonologist near Yonkers, NY?

    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 Pulmonologist?

    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 Pulmonologist 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 Pulmonologists near Yonkers, NY?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pulmonologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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