25 of the Best Pulmonologists Near Me in Chesapeake, VA

Looking for the best lung doctor or lung specialist near Chesapeake, VA? Find a top pulmonologist near you in Chesapeake, VA 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 62 specialists near Chesapeake, VA

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62 providers found
    Expertise in
    40
    conditions

    Dr. Carlos Silva
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    40
    conditions

    Dr. Carlos Silva
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Virginia Medical Specialist PLC.

    516 Innovation Dr Ste 201, 
    Chesapeake, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    757-524-5277
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Carlos Silva is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chesapeake, Virginia. Dr. Silva is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Nodules.

    Expertise in
    22
    conditions

    Dr. Rajiv Gulati
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions

    Dr. Rajiv Gulati
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    757-490-4802
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajiv Gulati is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Gulati is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Dr. Andrew Limper
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Dr. Andrew Limper
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Andrew Limper is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Limper is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions

    Dr. Sherif El
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions

    Dr. Sherif El
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Sentara Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Specialists

    600 Gresham Dr Ste 8630B, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    757-388-6115
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Sherif El is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. El is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Lung Metastases, and Emphysema.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Dr. Anthony Quaranta
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Dr. Anthony Quaranta
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Sentara Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Specialists

    600 Gresham Dr Ste 8630B, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    757-388-6115
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Quaranta is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Quaranta is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Pulmonary Hypertension.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Dr. Matthew Bernens
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Dr. Matthew Bernens
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Sentara Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Specialists

    600 Gresham Dr Ste 8630B, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    757-388-6115
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Bernens is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Bernens is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pneumonia, and Lung Metastases.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Dr. Christopher Jain
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Dr. Christopher Jain
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Jain is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Jain is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coarctation of the Aorta, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Ebstein's Anomaly, Embolectomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions

    Dr. Sangeeta Bhorade
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions

    Dr. Sangeeta Bhorade
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sangeeta Bhorade is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Bhorade is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions

    Dr. Robert Vassallo
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions

    Dr. Robert Vassallo
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Vassallo is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Vassallo is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Ulrich Specks
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Ulrich Specks
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ulrich Specks is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Specks is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome), Tissue Biopsy, and Nephrectomy.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions

    Dr. Michael Krowka
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions

    Dr. Michael Krowka
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Michael Krowka is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Krowka is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), Angioplasty, and Splenectomy.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions

    Dr. Hamid Rehman
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions

    Dr. Hamid Rehman
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    757-490-4802
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Hamid Rehman is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Rehman is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions

    Dr. Anil Patel
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions

    Dr. Anil Patel
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Sentara Medical Group

    1975 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 202, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    757-261-5977
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Anil Patel is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Bullae.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions

    Dr. Melhem Imad
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions

    Dr. Melhem Imad
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Chesapeake Regional Cardiopulmonary-Pulmonology

    113 Gainsborough Sq Ste 400, 
    Chesapeake, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    804-420-9404
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Melhem Imad is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chesapeake, Virginia. Dr. Imad is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Lung Metastases, Bullae, Lung Nodules, and Gastrostomy.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions

    Dr. Anirudh Aron
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions

    Dr. Anirudh Aron
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Sentara Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Specialists

    600 Gresham Dr Ste 8630B, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    757-388-6115
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Anirudh Aron is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Aron is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Emphysema, and Bullae.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Sanjay Kalra
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Sanjay Kalra
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Sanjay Kalra is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Kalra is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Thyroidectomy.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions

    Dr. Peter Gay
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions

    Dr. Peter Gay
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Gay is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Gay is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Gastrostomy.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions

    Dr. Ginny Marmolejos
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions

    Dr. Ginny Marmolejos
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Sentara Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Specialists

    600 Gresham Dr Ste 8630B, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    757-388-6115
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Ginny Marmolejos is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Marmolejos is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Lung Metastases.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions

    Dr. John Bowers
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions

    Dr. John Bowers
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Office

    844 Kempsville Rd Ste 212, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    757-261-5977
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    John Bowers is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Bowers is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchiectasis, and Neurosarcoidosis.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    Dr. John Joerns
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    Dr. John Joerns
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    John Joerns is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Joerns is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Robert Vorona
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Robert Vorona
    Pulmonary Medicine

    EVMS Academic Physicians And Surgeons Health Services Foundation

    301 Riverview Ave Ste 670, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    757-625-0172
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Vorona is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Vorona is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, REM Behavior Disorder, Narcolepsy, and Drowsiness.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Eric J. Freeman
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Eric J. Freeman
    Pulmonary Medicine
    4053 Taylor Rd, Ste N, 
    Chesapeake, VA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    757-484-5900
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Freeman is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chesapeake, Virginia. Dr. Freeman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asbestosis, Lung Metastases, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Pulmonary Hypertension. Dr. Freeman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. James Utz
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. James Utz
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    James Utz is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Utz is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions

    Dr. Eva Carmona
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions

    Dr. Eva Carmona
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    757-490-4802
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Eva Carmona is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Carmona is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Sarcoidosis, and Pneumonia.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Clayton Cowl
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Clayton Cowl
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    507-284-2511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Clayton Cowl is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Cowl is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swyer-James Syndrome and Bronchiolitis Obliterans.

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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 Chesapeake, VA?

    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 Chesapeake, VA?

    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 do I find the best Pulmonologist near Chesapeake, VA?

    You can find a Pulmonologist in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:


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    How does MediFind rank Pulmonologists near Chesapeake, VA?

    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 Chesapeake, VA?

    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 Chesapeake?

    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 Chesapeake, VA?

    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 Chesapeake, VA?

    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. 

    What are the most common health conditions that a Pulmonologist near Chesapeake, VA might treat?

    Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
    Asthma
    Asthma in Children
    Bronchiectasis
    Bronchitis
    Chronic Cough
    Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Cystic Fibrosis
    Interstitial Lung Disease
    Long Haul COVID
    Lung Cancer
    Mesothelioma
    Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
    Occupational Asthma
    Pleural Effusion
    Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Edema
    Pulmonary Hypertension
    Obstructive Sleep Apnea

    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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