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 2016-17 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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View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Richard D. Mountain, MD, FCCP + × Richard D. Mountain, MD, FCCP National Jewish Health South Denver Associate Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Richard D. Mountain, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Mountain is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Evan L. Stepp, MD + × Evan L. Stepp, MD Director of Highlands Ranch Clinic Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Evan L. Stepp, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Stepp is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Robert M. Maulitz, MD + × Robert M. Maulitz, MD National Jewish Health South Denver Associate Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Robert M. Maulitz, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Maulitz is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Akrum Al-Zubaidi, DO + × Akrum Al-Zubaidi, DO Assistant Professor Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine Akrum Al-Zubaidi, DO, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Al-Zubaidi is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Ron Balkissoon, MD, MSc, DIH, FRCPC + × Ron Balkissoon, MD, MSc, DIH, FRCPC Pulmonary Consultant Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine Ron Balkissoon MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Balkisoon is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment David A. Beuther, MD + × David A. Beuther, MD Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Associate Professor Department of Medicine Chief Medical Information Officer David A. Beuther, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Beuther is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Michelle A. Beutz, MD + × Michelle A. Beutz, MD National Jewish Health South Denver Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Michelle A. Beutz, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Beutz is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Russell P. Bowler, MD, PhD + × Russell P. Bowler, MD, PhD Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Russell P. Bowler, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Bowler is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Matthew D. Cohn, MD + × Matthew D. Cohn, MD National Jewish Health South Denver Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine Matthew D. Cohn, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Cohn is in the Section of Critical Care Medicine and Department of Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Gary R. Cott, MD + × Gary R. Cott, MD Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Gary R. Cott, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Cott is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Gregory P. Downey, MD + × Gregory P. Downey, MD Professor Executive Vice President, Academic Affairs Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Gregory P. Downey, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Downey serves as the Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs in the Department of Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment James J. Fenton, MD + × James J. Fenton, MD National Jewish Health South Denver Associate Professor Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine James J. Fenton, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Fenton is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment James H. Finigan, MD + × James H. Finigan, MD Director, The Respiratory Centers of Excellence Medical Director, Lung Cancer Screening Program Associate Professor Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Division of Oncology, Cancer Center Department of Medicine James H. Finigan, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Finigan serves as Director of The Respiratory Centers of Excellence and Medical Director of the Lung Cancer Screening Program. View Full Profile Patient Rating 5 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Anthony N. Gerber, MD, PhD + × Anthony N. Gerber, MD, PhD Associate Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Biomedical Research Anthony N. Gerber, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Gerber is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment James T. Good Jr, MD + × James T. Good Jr, MD Professor Emeritus Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine James T. Good Jr, MD, is a Professor Emeritus at National Jewish Health. Dr. Good was in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Susan Kotake, MD + × Susan Kotake, MD Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Susan Kotake, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Kotake is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Steven E. Lommatzsch, MD + × Steven E. Lommatzsch, MD Associate Professor of Medicine Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Steven E. Lommatzsch, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Lommatzsch is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Barry J. Make, MD + × Barry J. Make, MD Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Barry J. Make, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Make is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Vipin Malik, MD + × Vipin Malik, MD Associate Professor Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine Vipin Malik, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Malik is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Laurie A. Manka, MD + × Laurie A. Manka, MD Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Laurie A. Manka, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Manka is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Richard J. Martin, MD + × Richard J. Martin, MD Chairman, Department of Medicine Professor Edelstein Chair in Pulmonary Medicine Department of Medicine Richard J. Martin, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Martin serves as Chairman of the Department of Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Robert M. Maulitz, MD + × Robert M. Maulitz, MD National Jewish Health South Denver Associate Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Robert M. Maulitz, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Maulitz is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Anuj Mehta, MD + × Anuj Mehta, MD Assistant Professor Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine Anuj Mehta, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Mehta is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Richard D. Mountain, MD, FCCP + × Richard D. Mountain, MD, FCCP National Jewish Health South Denver Associate Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Richard D. Mountain, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Mountain is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment James K. O'Brien, MD, FACP, FCCP + × James K. O'Brien, MD, FACP, FCCP Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine James K. O'Brien, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. O'Brien is in the Section of Critical Care Medicine and Department of Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Irina Petrache, MD + × Irina Petrache, MD Chief, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Professor of Medicine Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Wollowick Chair in COPD Research Irina Petrache, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Petrache serves as Chief of the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment William T. Pluss, MD, FCCP + × William T. Pluss, MD, FCCP Inpatient Service Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine William T. Pluss, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Pluss is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Donald R. Rollins, MD + × Donald R. Rollins, MD Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Donald R. Rollins, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Rollins is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Katherine Rosen, RN, MSN, ANP-C + × Katherine Rosen, RN, MSN, ANP-C Nurse Practitioner Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine Katherine Rosen, RN, is a nurse practitioner at National Jewish Health. Ms. Rosen is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Howard Saft, MD, MS + × Howard Saft, MD, MS Assistant Professor Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine Department of Medicine Howard Saft, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Saft is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile 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. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Michael D. Schwartz, MD, FACP, FCCM, FCCP + × Michael D. Schwartz, MD, FACP, FCCM, FCCP Medical Director Professor of Medicine Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine Michael D. Schwartz, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Schwartz is in the Section of Critical Care Medicine and Department of Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Jennifer Sederberg, NP + × Jennifer Sederberg, NP Nurse Practitioner Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine Jennifer Sederberg, NP, is a nurse practitioner at National Jewish Health. Ms. Sederberg is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Karina A. Serban, MD + × Karina A. Serban, MD Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Karina A. Serban, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Serban is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Amen Sergew, MD + × Amen Sergew, MD Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine Amen Sergew, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Sergew is in the Section of Critical Care Medicine and Department of Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Evan L. Stepp, MD + × Evan L. Stepp, MD Director of Highlands Ranch Clinic Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Evan L. Stepp, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Stepp is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Make an Appointment Peter C. Stubenrauch, MD + × Peter C. Stubenrauch, MD Assistant Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine Peter C. Stubenrauch, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Stubenrauch is in the Section of Critical Care Medicine and Department of Medicine View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment David A. Taryle, MD, FCCP + × David A. Taryle, MD, FCCP National Jewish Health South Denver Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine David A. Taryle, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Taryle is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Michael E. Wechsler, MD, MMSc + × Michael E. Wechsler, MD, MMSc Co-Director, The Cohen Family Asthma Institute Professor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Michael E. Wechsler, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Wechsler is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Jennifer Wink, MD + × Jennifer Wink, MD National Jewish Health South Denver Instructor Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Section of Critical Care Medicine Jennifer Wink, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Wink is in the Section of Critical Care Medicine and Department of Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment James Woodrow, MD + × James Woodrow, MD Assistant Professor Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine James Woodrow, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Woodrow is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment View all (38) 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. 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Free Education Materials Treatment Locations Aspen Valley Highlands Ranch Main Campus South Denver View all locations Reasons to Visit 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 frequently recognized as among the best in the nation by multiple services, including Best Doctors in America and Castle Connolly Among the top 8 percent of organizations funded for research by the NIH, providing patients access to the latest clinical trials 119 -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. Arterial Blood Gas Bone Scan Bronchial Provocation Tests Bronchoscopy Testing CT Scan of the Chest CT Scan of the Sinuses Echocardiogram Exercise Tolerance Test and Exercise for Desaturation Test Impedance and pH Study for Adults Spirometry Testing Sputum Induction Transtracheal Oxygen Therapy 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 Cigarette Chemicals How Your Health Improves After the Last Cigarette Better Health Starts After the Last Cigarette See More Clinical Trials Healthy Participants Needed for Lung Disease Study Are you 18 or older with no history of chronic lung conditions? You may be able to help our researchers better understand lung disease. Compensation provided. 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Clinical Trials Healthy Participants Needed for Lung Disease Study Are you 18 or older with no history of chronic lung conditions? You may be able to help our researchers better understand lung disease. Compensation provided. Learn More View More Clinical Trials Investigational Medication for AATD & COPD Investigational Medication for COPD Lung Damage Long-Term Medical Effects of Marijuana Use Preventing COPD Flare-ups with Beta Blockers Pulmonary Hypertension & Lung Disease 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
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