Pulmonologist
Pulmonary & Critical Care Specialist (MD/DO)
Doctor
About this Specialty
A physician specializing in diseases of the lungs and respiratory system. Pulmonologists diagnose and treat asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, lung cancer, sleep apnea, and respiratory failure. Many also specialize in critical care medicine.
When to See This Provider
Chronic cough, shortness of breath, asthma, COPD, sleep apnea, recurring pneumonia, or any unexplained breathing difficulty.
13–15 years
Provider Type
DoctorFormal Title
Pulmonary & Critical Care Specialist (MD/DO)
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