Fernando Jose Fuentes, MD, FACP, FCCP, DABFM

Fernando Jose Fuentes

Fernando Jose Fuentes, MD, FACP, FCCP, DABFM is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Fuentes is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine.

Patient Ratings

4.9 out of 5

Special Interests

Asthma and COPD, Asthma/COPD overlap syndrome, Alpha 1 antitrypsin phenotypes. Imaging for pulmonary providers. Medical Education. Pulmonary care in Multiple Myeloma. Pulmonary care in pregnancy. Advocacy for representation and equality in Health care. Outreach, national and international medical mission trips to underserved areas. Pulmonary care in Hispanic population.

Education

Residency

2016 - 2018: TriHealth, Good Samaritan Hospital. Cincinnati, OH, Internal Medicine
2012 - 2015: TriHealth, Bethesda North Hospital. Cincinnati, OH, Family Medicine Residency

Fellowship

2018 - 2021: Carilion Clinic/ Virginia Tech School of Medicine. Roanoke, VA, Pulmonary/Critical Care

Awards & Recognition

2021: ATS Fellows Track symposium elected participant, class of 2021.

2018: Department of Internal Medicine, Research Day, 1st Place Award, May 2018. Good Samaritan Hospital, TriHealth. Cincinnati, OH.

2018: Certificate of Excellence in Research, Internal Medicine, June 2018. Good Samaritan Hospital/TriHealth Internal Medicine.

2008: Outreach and Medical Assistance at Underserved areas of Usulután, El Salvador, 2008. Honorable Mention - Given by the Mayor of San Dionisio City, Usulután, El Salvador.

Board Certification

2015: Family Medicine
2018: Internal Medicine
2020: Pulmonary Diseases
2022: Critical Care

Professional Memberships

CHEST, ATS, ACP, NHMA.

Teaching & Professional Positions

Assistant Professor, Pulmonary Block Director and Core Curriculum Developer for Pulmonary. University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR).

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Contact Information

Office: 303.788.8500

Locations

National Jewish Health Main Campus
1400 Jackson Street
Denver, CO 80206

Patient Ratings

Data Integrity Press Ganey Certified The Patient metric-rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent metric-rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. This survey is about the patient care experience and does not address crucial characteristics like medical decision-making, prescribing the best therapy, and patient outcomes.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

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4.9

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FERNANDO JOSE FUENTES, MD

4.9

FERNANDO JOSE FUENTES, MD

4.9

FERNANDO JOSE FUENTES, MD

4.9

FERNANDO JOSE FUENTES, MD

4.9

FERNANDO JOSE FUENTES, MD

4.9

FERNANDO JOSE FUENTES, MD

4.9

Patient Comments

Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

Dr Fuentes has always made me feel well taken care of
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

I only put a four for confidence because it's the first time I saw this doctor.
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

Very caring
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

Was very good and understanding
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

Dr. Fuentes was incredible. He sat with me for almost an hour and a half. I am beyond happy with his level of care, expertise, and care plan going forward. So happy with my appointment
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

Dr. Fuentes was wonderful. He talked to me for about an hour explaining what he thought and what he wanted to do to get me better. I was very impressed with him!
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

Dr Fuentes was great explaining all my test listening to my concerns gave me confidence that he could help me and he did I felt much better he ordered test that eased my concerns about my health he was very attentive and made my visit comfortable
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

Again, Dr Fuentes and staff were fantastic!
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

He was very thorough.
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2026

Dr Fuentes is wonderful. Very attentive, compassionate, caring and congenial. He is worth the long drive from Colorado Springs, and I truly appreciate his knowledge, care and willingness to work with me as I navigate my health and wellness journey.
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2026

He was so informative!!!
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2026

Good
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2026

Doctor Fuentes is great , doctor he explained everything in detail , and if I didn't understand he explained it to where I could understand what the treatments and everything , the medicines that he was putting me on. He is a great doctor
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2026

Doctor was able to listen in understand and you hear me out on another conditions that I wanted for me to get better
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2026

Dr Fuentes has a wonderful bedside manner. His medical explanations are clear and easy to understand.
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2026

Dr is very good. Have seen him before
National Jewish Health Patient – December, 2025

He was great.
National Jewish Health Patient – December, 2025

Dr. Fuentes has been absolutely an amazing doctor. Step-by-step he has guided me through the entire process, explained every test why it has been done and every result he is an amazing physician.
National Jewish Health Patient – December, 2025

Dr. Fuentes provided me with answers to all my questions. He took time to go over all the test results and explained them to me. He is always very kind and welcoming. I would highly recommend his care.
National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2025

Doctor Fuentes spoke to me in Spanish and expressed interest in my health concerns and my background. He was respectful, kind and caring.
National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2025

Dr. Fuentes is very thorough and explains his diagnosis in plain non-medical terms which is easier for me to understand and comprehend.
National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2025

Everything was excellent
National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2025

The provider is always helpful to help my symptoms or questions and very kind hearted to my issues.
National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2025

Doctor took the time to listen to my concerns, cwent over in detail regarding the CT scan. He took the time to learn my history.
National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2025

The best ever
National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2025

Everything went really well, the doctor gave me some really helpful advice and listened to what I had to say.
National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2025

Dr Fuentes was unbelievably courteous. More importantly, he was super knowledgeable and seemed very current with his knowledge. One word - fantastic
National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2025

Dr Fuentes was great. He asked a lot of questions and Explained things in a very understandable and organized manner
National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2025

I find Dr Fuentes to be very professional and extremely competent and caring
National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2025

Dr Fuentes was attentive and helpful in explaining medical conditions and tests
National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2025

I DIDN'T FEEL RUSHED.
National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2025

Excellent
National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2025

Dr Fuentes was incredible, and unfortunately I see numerous physicians of late. He was so thorough, patient, knowledgeable and communicative that I have referred my spouse to him. He goes deeper into his inquiries to understand the issues and explains options, recommendations and next steps.
National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2025

Dr. Fuentes is kind, competent and thorough. He listened, shared great information and made sure that my concerns were addressed. I couldn't have asked for a better experience.
National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2025

This was the most thorough first visit that I have had with a provider
National Jewish Health Patient – July, 2025

Dr Fuentes, is excellent, he takes time to listen, Shows concern, and explains medical procedures, or instructions perfectly!I highly recommend Dr. Fuentes
National Jewish Health Patient – July, 2025

The Doc was a ROCK star
National Jewish Health Patient – July, 2025

I felt very comfortable with talking to doctor fernandez. I felt comftrouble talking with him and he explained everything everything to where I could understand what he was saying
National Jewish Health Patient – July, 2025

I am happy to give Doctor Fuentes high marks.
National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2025

Dr Fuentes was very thorough, spent a good amount time with me and explained presented steps for my condition.
National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2025

I am not a fan of doctors, but Dr. Fuentes, is kind, courteous and thorough. Most doctors can be shaming Dr Fuentes, is not
National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2025

Dr Fuentes was very kind and knowledgeable. I felt heard and cared about
National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2025

I would rate all of these above Very Good. "Excellent" would be a more accurate rating.
National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2025

He was excellent at asking the correct questions, and with answering all of my questions.
National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2025

Good
National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2025

Very thorough with a good and reasonable plan forward
National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2025

Dr. Fuentes always takes time to answer all my questions. He provides excellent care.
National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2025

My visit with Dr. Fuentes was one of the very best I've ever had with a doctor. He took the time to explain the situation thoroughly and he answered all of my questions. I felt respected by him and not rushed at all. And I learned more about my situation than I did over 8 days in the hospital. I was also very impressed by his thorough knowledge. His theory on how my infection came to be made more sense than what my other doctors were telling me.
National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2025

I was treated with kindness and respect. He explained my medical needs clear and accepted.
National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2025

Although my 1st visit with the Dr was a lengthy one, there were so many issues and future treatments to discuss and deal with and I had a better understanding of what some of the problems were.
National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2025

During my visit I kept wishing that he could be my PCP
National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2025

He heard what I had to say and answered the questions
National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2025

Great
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2025

Wonderful doctor. He even talked to my husband. Shook his hand. My husband has dementia so sometimes he gets ignored. My husband was happy
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2025

This was the best Dr visit I have ever experienced! Dr Fuentes took time and fully listened to my concerns, his assessment questions were very thorough, and you can tell he cares! I am grateful to have found such an amazing provider!
National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2025

I've had lung issues all my life & Dr. Fuentes has been my best most understanding dr. Ever. Finding problems no one else did! He takes time & doesn't try to kick you back out of the room in 5 or 10 min. We have plans going forward.
National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2025

I was very impressed by the amount of time the doctor gave for my appointment.
National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2025

Dr Fuentes is kind, provides the data informing his conclusions, and offers time and space to answer questions. I have felt confident that he would help me find the root of my problem. My interactions with Dr. Fuentes have been some of the best medical interactions I have ever had.
National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2025

No concerns. Only positive interactions and feedback.
National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2025

Dr. Fuentes was all around excellent!
National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2025

I hope to build a good relationship with entire staff,
National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2025

I received excellent care
National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2025

Dr Fuentes asked me a series of questions intricately related to my respiratory condition and concerns...
National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2025

Dr. Fuentes is an excellent and efficient listener and thinker.
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2025

Dr Fernando is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Cares a great deal about the health of his patients
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2025

Very professional
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2025

He is excellent
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2025

I learned more from Dr Fuentes in 2 hrs than in learned in 5 years with another pulmonogist
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2025

The doctor did not take time to review my individual information, rather seemed more interested in giving me a general diagnosis and moving on
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2025

Dr. Fuentes was incredibly kind, knowledgeable and understanding. He listened to my long story about my symptoms with interest and care, and was more than happy to answer my many questions and address my concerns. In the past at other hospitals I have had practitioners that I fealt like didn't take me seriously. But with Dr. Fuentes I left feeling very confident that my issues would finally be addressed.
National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2025

He was very good. He asked me if I had any question for him or if he needs to explain anything better and did I understand everything.