Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) describes a group of diseases where airflow in the lungs is limited. COPD is a progressive lung disease and affects millions of people each year. The most familiar diseases in this group are emphysema and chronic bronchitis. A person with COPD may have emphysema or chronic bronchitis; many have both. If you or a loved one has COPD, National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado, has the experts you need. Designated as a COPD high performing hospital for 2019-20 by U.S. News & World Report, National Jewish Health also continues to be a top hospital for pulmonary care. Our multidisciplinary team of respiratory specialists will create an individualized plan of care, based on your specific needs. Our doctors are researchers too, so you will have access to the latest COPD clinical trials and most effective treatments. Our COPD Program provides: Advanced diagnostic testing and treatment options for COPD Surgical options for COPD patients Specialized pulmonary and physical rehabilitation programs Personalized education and group classes. Our goal is to help you manage your COPD and to live a full and active life. Learn more about our COPD Program. 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National Jewish Health South Denver Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine View Full Profile Make an Appointment Laurie A. Manka, MD + × Laurie A. Manka, MD Laurie A. Manka, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Manka is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Howard Saft, MD, MS + × Howard Saft, MD, MS Howard Saft, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Saft is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Assistant Professor Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine Department of Medicine View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Elaine M K Schwartz, MD, FCCP + × Elaine M K Schwartz, MD, FCCP Elaine M K Schwartz, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Schwartz is in the Section of Critical Care Medicine and Department of Medicine. Associate Professor Medical Director, National Jewish Critical Care Service at Rose Medical Center Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Loading... View all (35) doctors specializing in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Find a Doctor Appointments & QuestionsPatient Education& SupportVisitingUsTests& ProceduresWays toGiveNational Jewish Health offers every patient access to a team of specialists dedicated to providing the best care possible. Make an Appointment Call 1.877.CALL.NJH Ask a Question | Insurance Information | Refer a Patient Our Patient Education Program at National Jewish Health provides many free educational opportunities and support groups to assist patients and caregivers with managing illnesses and chronic conditions. Download Free Patient Education Materials There are a number of written materials to support patient education at National Jewish Health. They include Understanding Booklets, Med Facts, Test Facts, Medication handouts and more. Free Education Materials Treatment Locations Aspen Valley Highlands Ranch National Jewish Health Main Campus South Denver View all locations Reasons to Choose National Jewish Health The leading respiratory hospital in the nation and the only one devoted fully to the treatment of respiratory and related illnesses Ranked as one of the top two hospitals in pulmonology every year since U.S. News & World Report included this category in its annual “Best Hospitals” survey Ranked in the top 1 percent of hospitals in the nation by HCAHPS Physicians consistently recognized among the best in the nation by multiple services, including Best Doctors in America and Castle Connolly Among the top 6 percent of organizations funded for research by the NIH, providing patients access to more than 300 active clinical trials 121-year history of focus on care, research and education serving thousands of patients with lung, heart, immune and related disorders Make an Appointment Ask a Question | Insurance Information Many patients who come to National Jewish Health are trying to find answers to ongoing health issues. Our doctors use advanced testing to accurately diagnose our patients’ conditions and determine the best treatment plan. Search Tests You can support National Jewish Health in a variety of ways. Learn about more ways to give to help us provide lifesaving care and groundbreaking research. Make a Donation Living with COPD How Your Health Improves After the Last Cigarette Better Health Starts After the Last Cigarette Healthy Eating See More Clinical Trials COPD Oxygen Therapy COPD Patient Knowledge Patient Stories Renewed Hope for the Future Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease slowly took away Kenn Martin’s ability to breathe or even go outside. With care from doctors and nurses at National Jewish Health and supplemental oxygen therapy, he is able to enjoy life again. Read More View All Patient Stories Make an Appointment Call 1.877.CALL.NJH
Patient Stories Renewed Hope for the Future Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease slowly took away Kenn Martin’s ability to breathe or even go outside. With care from doctors and nurses at National Jewish Health and supplemental oxygen therapy, he is able to enjoy life again. Read More View All Patient Stories