Steven E. Lommatzsch, MD Make an Appointment Ask a Question Refer Patient Steven E. Lommatzsch, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Lommatzsch is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Associate Professor of Medicine Adult Site Co-Director, PCD Foundation Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Department of Medicine 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 325 Patient Ratings 119 Patient Comments Overview Contact Info & Locations Patient Ratings & Comments Programs & Services Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Program Asthma Treatment Program (Adult) Bronchiectasis Treatment Program COPD Program Cystic Fibrosis Program (Adult) Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine (Adult) Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Program Specialties & Conditions Asthma Bronchiectasis Overview Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Cystic Fibrosis (CF) General Pulmonary Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Research Areas Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Translational Research Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Special Interests My research interests and ongoing studies are in the areas of COPD, asthma, and CF. See More View Publications Education Education 2002 Medical College of Ohio, Allopathic Medical School Residency 2006 University of Virginia, Internal Medicine Fellowship 2010 University of North Carolina, Pulmonary and Critical Care Board Certification 2011: Critical Care, American Board of Internal Medicine 2010: Pulmonary, American Board of Internal Medicine 2006: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine Hospital Affiliations Colorado Acute Long Term HospitalRose Medical CenterSelect Specialty HospitalSt. Joseph Hospital - DenverSwedish Medical CenterUniversity of Colorado Hospital Academic Affiliations Assistant Professor of Medicine; Pulmonary and Critical Care Division, 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. 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Create an Account Contact Information Office: 877.225.5654 Locations National Jewish Health Main Campus 1400 Jackson St. Denver, CO 80206 Saint Joseph Hospital 1835 Franklin Street Denver, CO 80218 Patient Ratings The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent 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. 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– December, 2020 Good experience National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 Satisfactory. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 I've told my family and friends that the docs here are brilliant (!!), but their first concern is the pt. They always stop and ask how a treatment or medication affected me, what changes I noticed etc. And they love to teach! It's awesome!! I feel like I'm standing in front of a firehose sometimes, but I love it! I learn SO much and I'm grateful that they take the time. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 *Dr. Lommatzsch spent a lot of time with me for my appointment. So happy to have found a doctor that specializes in my condition. My only frustration is that I was not under his care for the last 5 years! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch was awesome! He was very thorough in every area. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 Dr. Steven Lommatzsch is the best! I've been seeing him.for many years. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 Dr. Steven Lommatzsch was fantastic. I have been seeing pulmonologists [near my home]. I made more progress in six days with Dr. Lommatzsch and the staff at NJH than in the previous 30 months at the other hospitals. [PHI] I finally feel optimistic that someday I will be able to ski black runs with my grandson, who is 15 months old. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 very good National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 The 3 Drs. I saw listened very well! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr Lommatzsch is very patient and answers all my concerns. I feel like he genuinely care about my wellbeing. :) National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr. Lommatszch is a great Dr. and always goes above and beyond my expectation. show more National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr. L is one of the best physicians I have seen! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch is the best doctor we have ever seen at NJH in the [PHI] we have been patients. He is excellent in every category, and you are fortunate to have him....so are we!!! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr. Steve is an exceptional physician!! He has saved my life and he is so personable and professional! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch is simply one of a kind, his combination of expertise and caring is remarkable. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 *Dr. Lommatzsch is the best. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch, as always, gave me excellent and practical advice on COVID precautions. [PHI]. Steve is without a doubt the best doctor I've had in my 65 years. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr. even drew a picture! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Very comprehensive & detailed answers to my questions. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 I am a new patient of Dr. Lommatzsch. After [PHI] as a patient of [another provider] I was nervous, I didn't think any doctor could offer the same level of care. Dr. Lommatzsch made a great impression. He is so professional, so caring. He speaks in layman's language. He carefully explains tests, medications and takes the time to answer questions. I'm relieved and so happy. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch is excellent. I give him my highest recommendation. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Absolutely loved my experience here and with *Dr. Lommatzsch. He listened to all of my history and fully explained and discussed all issues so that it made sense and was easy to understand. I felt like I was the only patient he had to see, taking all the time necessary to make sure I understood everything. I am very confident in his knowledge and skill. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 *Dr. Lommatzsch is an excellent dr. I trust him completely with my care. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 All good National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Good experience. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch is a wonderful heir to [another provider] and exactly the right doc for me. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Always a very good experience with Dr. Lommatzsch!! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Dr Lommatzch is an exceptional physician. Anyone lucky enough to be in his care is really lucky National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 love Dr Steven Lommatzch National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch is excellent! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 The physician continues to provide outstanding management of my chronic pulmonary disease. He listens to my concerns and actively involves me in decisions about my treatment plan. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 A very excellent care provider! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 he has always taken the time to listen to me and explain them in a manner as I can understand. I truly feel like I have a voice and have always walked away happy and understood National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch is absolutely amazing. His bed side manner and ability to explain things in a way that makes sense is incredible. He listens, he is very methodical and his treatment plans are very intentional. I finally have answers to issues I have been dealing with for [PHI]. I am so grateful to have him as my doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 I don't have enough space for all the praise and accolades I could give *Dr. Lommatzsch. Bottom line - *Dr. L. is exceptional on all levels, - knowledge, demeanor, thoroughness, professionalism, accommodation. If you can find a better pulmonologist, it would surprise me. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 As always, exemplary interactions and information National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 He was very thorough, took his time with me and he was very kind and sincere. I was very impressed. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch is outstanding, in my opinion, in explaining, listening, and addressed my health issues in a competent, reassuring manner. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 *Dr. Lommatzsch is the most knowledgeable dr. - about many systems, not just lungs - that I've ever seen. [PHI]. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 I am very pleased with the care I eeceive at National Jewish. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 dr Steve was excellently National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 very good National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Dr Lommatzch was incredible. I've never met a doctor more knowledgeable, understanding, compassionate, and dedicated to getting my issue figured out. He is truly amazing. I look forward to working with him to get better. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 I love my doctor down in denver i would tell ever one that has lung disease to go to him he tell the truth and we trying anything that could help National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 everyone explained things in a way I could understand. And again, they were the nicest ever. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch was very clear and caring. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Excellent doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 I had a superb experience National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 There isn't one thing I can say about Doctor his the best! National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Since this was my first appt. with Dr. L, he did a lot of education, but also was aware of my long history of problems. He later met with me when I saw [another provider] and gave me a detailed plan of care. Very appreciated. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 He was excellent! Very caring - explained diagnosis & treatment in detail - drew pictures of cells to explain. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 despite horrible wait time I would wait even longer just to see Dr Lommatzsch National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch has excellent communication skills National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 I'm in the best hands! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 He is truly the best National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 good National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Did not discuss any proposed treatments. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 physician was very courteous and listened well. about half the appt was over the phone . National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 he is awesome!!! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Dr Lommatzsch is an excellent physician. He is very knowledgeable, a good listener, professional, and kind. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Excellent/impressive experience. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 I am always impressed by my visits. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 *Dr. Lommatzsch diagnosed [a new condition] - something other doctors has missed. He was so thorough, asked great questions, was a very attentive listener, spent more time than I expected but really appreciated. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 Dr Lommatzch is great, always willing to address any of my concerns. He's professional and kind and understanding. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 He's one of the best; I value his medical expertise, trust that he has my best interest, health and overall well being as top priority. he's an excellent communicator and listener, builds rapport and trust, and he, and his team, are always responsive when I have a question or concern. Top Doc! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 always attentive National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 Dr Lommatzsch explains everything in detail, is never in a hurry and shows concern for your symptoms and listens to any suggestions National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 He is a very caring and experienced doctor. He is extremely thorough and explains my condition and treatment in an easily understood manner. He takes the time to answer my questions and I have learned more from him than any other doctor I've had. My daughter who accompanies me has also been extremely impressed with *Dr. L. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 I was extremely impressed with your bedside manner, which is something that I really need in a doctor to feel comfortable. I was honestly expecting to be treated like a number, so it was really amazing to receive such individualized attention. This is something I have really struggled with since moving here, so I am planning to see Steven again for follow up. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 Another phenomenal visit to NJH National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 Dr Steven Lommatzsch has been respectful, concerned and honest with me. When I asked him about my terminal [condition] he answered my. questions. That can't be easy for a doctor to tell his patient [PHI]. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 Felt very confident with *Dr. Lommatzsch from the moment we met him. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 Dr. Lommatzch always relates well, listens well, shows interest and empathy well above the usual. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 *Dr. Lommatzsch is an outstanding doctor. I have a doctorate degree, vet doctors carefully, and can say truly, he is one of the best! #7. Exceptional. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 i learned more in one week with Dr. Lommatzch than did in the prior 8 years of my issues. it was an amazing experience. I hope the follow up is as good as the first few meetings National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 I feel very fortunate having Dr. Stephen Lommatzsch in charge of my care. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Good. Not only during my visit, but after my visit, Dr. Loomatzsch called to check on my status, check on the medications, and explain test results. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Dr Lommatzsch and I were both very concerned about the number of exacerbations I've had over the last year. We discussed an alternate treatment that has the potential to help improve my condition. I am very happy with our discussion. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 We are re-thinking my [condition] management protocol and Steve L. has been very open to this, which I greatly appreciate. He was clear, based on knowledge at the time of my appointment, of what I could do [PHI]. We also discussed upcoming tests/procedures [PHI. As I've said many times, he's the best. When he's with me, his attention is totally focused on me and my situation, which, knowing how unbelievably busy he is, I find miraculous! National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 This is the best visit I have ever had with a pulmonologist; he took time to explain everything and gain information about my past. I am so glad that I was able to get scheduled with him. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Dr. Lommatsch is excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 OFF THE CHARTS!!! EXCELLENT!!! National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 My experience with Dr. Lommatzsch and the entire staff there was excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Meeting with Dr. Lommatzsch made any inconvenience worth the wait After meeting with him my husband and I now have a clear understanding of the issue I have been dealing with for many years. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Dr. Lommatzch is a true professional who is 100% invested in the patient on all levels and also including family members. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 he's the best National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 I felt like I was in a bubble. It was so different from medical care outside the bubble. I was very pleased. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 Dr. Lommatchz is the AWSOME !! :) :) National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 he is the best! very friendly and courteous and professional!!! National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 Awesome experience. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 excellent providers National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch always takes his time with me. I just love that guy (as a doctor, of course!). I wish every doctor was like him. Dr. Lommatzsch is very special, both as a doctor and a human being. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 Excellent Doctor!!!! National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 always takes time to listen to concerns. explains things in detail National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 *Dr. Steven E. Lommatzsch is great. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 he has saved me.. excellent DR National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 Dr. Steve Lommatzsch always takes the time to really understand what's going on and come up with solutions we can both agree upon. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 I am very happy with my care at the [specialty] Clinic National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 I feel very well care for by NJH!!! National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 Dr. Lommatzsch is an outstanding doctor, very comprehensive in his knowledge, informative, and easy to understand. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 [Reference to another provider]. I was very impressed with Dr. Lommatzsch and felt he was very concerned about my health and what was going to happen in the future. I have passed on many praises to all of the staff, Dr.'s and hospital, to my local Dr.'s. I told them it is the BEST place in the United States and now I know why! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2019 I received excellent care at National Jewish Health. Very organized and efficient. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2019 I cannot find words to adequately describe how amazing Steve Lommatzsch is. I've been seeing him since 2011 and he knows and understands me and the nuances of my condition. [PHI] National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2019 I am very impressed with my attending physician. [PHI]. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2019 I have been a practicing Internist, built a large practice with other Internists and subspecialists, and have served as a CMO in two large health care systems. A great physician is a keen listener; a great doctor's knowledge and application thereof extends far beyond his/her specialty or scope of interests. Dr. Lommatszch exceeds these qualities in all respects. He is a great physician. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 Dr. Lommatzsch is a gifted, compassionate physician with a wonderful smile that puts you at ease. NJH is so fortunate to have him on staff. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 I'm so happy with my Doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 Dr Steven Lommatzsch is the best. I believe he honestly cares about me as well as my health as a whole. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 *Dr. Lommatzsch is SO kind and professional. I love him and would totally recommend him to my family or friends! Thank you for being so caring! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 If I had seen *Dr. Lommatzsch sooner I wouldn't have ANY issues. He is amazing. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 Dr Lommatzt spent a long time with me. He explained the different tests he was thinking of giving me; what they would tell us and how they would be done. He was very thorough. I was very impressed with his expertise. I feel I'm in good hands although it will take a while to do the tests. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 Dr. Lommatsch is incredible he's professional in a personalable way! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 He listened to me - [PHI] he was the only doc that listened! I feel SO MUCH BETTER! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 This doctor is very exceptional. I could not be more pleased with is on-going care and his conscientiousness. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 *Dr. Lommatzsch could not have been better. By far, the best dr. I've seen during my 2 year battle with illness, maybe ever. Can't use enough superlatives to describe *Dr. Lommatzsch. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 He is the best! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 the best doctor I've ever had, he saved my life two years ago National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 *Dr. Lommatzsch is hands down the best I've seen in 64 years on the planet. Hyperbole doesn't adequately describe how good & caring he is. I trust him 100%. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 *Dr. Lommatzsch has made a HUGE difference in my life. I thank him.