David A. Beuther, MD, PhD, FCCP Make an Appointment Ask a Question Refer Patient David A. Beuther, MD, PhD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Beuther is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Associate Professor Department of Medicine Chief Medical Information Officer 5280 Top Doctors 2020 Previously a 5280 Top Doctor America’s Top Doctors 2015 — Castle Connolly, Medical, Ltd. Recognized in America’s Top Doctors — Castle Connolly, Inc. Best Doctors in America® 2019-2020 — Best Doctors, Inc. Recognized in Best Doctors in America® — Best Doctors, Inc. America’s Top Doctors 2020 — Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. Email Profile Print Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars 167 Patient Ratings 32 Patient Comments Overview Contact Info & Locations Patient Ratings & Comments Programs & Services Asthma Treatment Program (Adult) Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine (Adult) Specialties & Conditions Asthma Chronic Cough Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Dyspnea (Shortness of Breath) Research Areas Leveraging information systems to enhance clinical trial recruitment Obesity and Asthma Special Interests Clinical Interests Asthma, COPD, and complex chronic airways disorders. Research Interests Current research focuses on integration of information systems to improve care delivery, and to enhance the speed and efficiency of clinical trial recruitment. Past research focused on the epidemiology and mechanisms underlying the association between obesity and asthma. 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Murphy KR, Chipps B, Beuther DA, Wise RA, McCann W, Gilbert I, Eudicone JM, Gandhi HN, Harding G, Coyne KS, Zeiger RS. Performance Assessment of the Asthma Impairment and Risk Questionnaire: A Composite Control Measure. Accepted with minor changes, JACI: In Practice, January 17, 2020, in press. Beuther DA. Recent Insight Into Obesity and Asthma. Current Opinion in Pulmonary Medicine. 16:64-70, 2010. Beuther DA. Obesity and Asthma. Clinics In Chest Medicine. 30(3):479-488, Sept 2009. Beuther DA. Hypoventilation in Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Seminars in Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. 30(3):321-329, 2009. Sutherland ER, Goleva E, Strand M, Beuther DA, Leung DY. Body Mass and Glucocorticoid Response in Asthma. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 178(7):682-687, 2008. Beuther DA, Sutherland ER. Overweight, obesity and incident asthma: a meta-analysis of prospective epidemiologic studies. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 175(7):661-666, 2007. [PMID 17234901] Academic Affiliations Assistant Professor, University of Colorado Denver Conflicts of Interest National Jewish Health physicians and scientists may collaborate with pharmaceutical or other industries to develop medical and scientific breakthroughs or to provide education on trends in quality medical practice and outcomes to physicians and health professionals around the country. National Jewish Health maintains a strict conflict of interest policy to ensure that all potential conflicts are clearly visible and that management plans are put in place in order to further innovation and education while ensuring the protection of our patients and the integrity of our research. National Jewish Health publicly discloses any payment to our physicians or scientists. View this faculty member’s industry relationships and collaborations. 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Provider showed concern 4.9 Friendliness 5 Spoke using clear language 4.9 Provider explained things clearly 4.9 Amount of time spent with you 4.9 Provider included you in decisions 4.9 Confidence in your doctor 4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider 4.9 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– June, 2020 Dr Beuther is a pleasure. He listens, considers, discusses in a friendly, courteous manner, always open to questions and discussion. The best physician I have ever had. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Words can't express the extent of the respect and appreciation I have for Dr Beuther! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Dr. Bueford listened even when he really didnt have to and was very profesional even with his feedback. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Great experience. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 I am no stranger to medical care.....and i have never been so impressed with my Natl Jewish experience. Dr. Beuther was incredible! I am confident with his care. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 Dr. Beuther is the best! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 Dr Buther is the BEST National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 *Doc Beuther is the best. Undivided attention, genuine concern and the only reason I return to NJ. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Dr Beuther is wonderful - kind and caring and listens to and answers all my questions. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Great experience. *Dr. B keeps aware of all my various problems and integrates these into my pulmonary situation. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Dr. Beuther is amazing, since I am seeing him my [condition] is well maintained. My quality of life improved tremendously. I can not thank him enough. show more National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 "a zebra knows when they are in an outstanding herd!!!" National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2019 Outstanding experience. Both my husband and I were extremely impressed with Dr. Breuther, his genuine interpersonal skills, and the time he took to explain everything. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2019 very satisfied National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 Everyone was so nice. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 Doc Beuther is the best! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 Excellent doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 *Dr. Beuther is such a caring doctor and I'm so lucky to have him as my doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 *Dr. Beuther is A-1+ & I am fortunate to have him as my care provider. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 *Dr. Beuther is the best. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 Doctor provided different approaches to possibly improve my condition. Previous visits were not as positive. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 please do not think that this eater,me, just gives every question a very good rating just to finish this survey. [Reference to another provider] please accept my thanks and know Dr Beuther that I have suffered for more than twenty years with my health issues with others ever being able to actually make a correct diagnosis and prescribe a plan of action. My physical and mental health (the stress of the past) has actually with the new plan made an about face. I have already seen this humongous change in my health and the way I feel. Even my family and friends say things like "You have never looked so radiant and alive@ or "I have known you for 20 years and you have never looked so good or had so much energy ", and the best was when my sister said "you have your life back" and then she cried and I could not hear what she said but I know you understand what I have just wrote. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2019 *Dr. Beuther is excellent. Very glad my friend recommended him. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2019 excellent experience! really glad I came to NJH! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 have recommended a very ill friend. follow up was great National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 *Dr. Beuther has an impressive understanding of my medical history, is quick to respond to my questions, and has endless patience whenever I think of 'just one more thing' to ask him. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 Dr Beutther excels! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2019 The time spent, concern, knowledge and follow-up given to me during my appointment was incredible. I can't remember when a physician gave me such time and listened to my concerns. My husband who came with me still tells people about it. Thank you. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2019 *Dr. Beuther is one of the best doctors I have ever been treated by. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 He is very attentive and listens to and advises on all concerns. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2019 *Dr. Beuther was excellent - the best! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2018 Good doctor and care about me. Thank you *Dr. Beuther great job on me.