Vamsi P. Guntur, MD, MSc Make an Appointment Ask a Question Refer Patient Vamsi P. Guntur, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Guntur is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Associate Professor 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 4.7 out of 5 stars 246 Patient Ratings 49 Patient Comments Overview Contact Info & Locations Patient Ratings & Comments Programs & Services Asthma Treatment Program (Adult) Center for Post-COVID-19 Care and Recovery Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine (Adult) Specialties & Conditions Asthma General Pulmonary Research Areas Asthma Special Interests My clinical area of interest is in adult asthma, specifically adult onset and difficult to treat asthma. I hope to continue contributing to the science of airway inflammation in asthma via clincial and translational research. In our labs, we are working to characterize the phenotypes and endotypes of asthmatics, with the ultimate goal of tailored therapy for each patient with asthma. See More View Publications News & Videos Pulmonologist Dr. Vamsi Guntur Joins National Jewish Health Education Education 1996 - 2000 St. George's University School of Medicine, St. George's, Grenada, W.I., MD 1996 - 1998 St. George's University School of Medicine, St. George's, Grenada, W.I., MSc 1991 - 1995 Washington University, St. Louis, MO, BA Residency 2003 - 2004 Norwalk Hospital/ Yale University School of Medicine Affiliate, Norwalk, CT, Internal Medicine Chief Resident 2000 - 2003 Norwalk Hospital/ Yale University School of Medicine Affiliate, Norwalk, CT, Internal Medicine Fellowship 2004 - 2007 University of Missouri, Columbia, MO, Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine Awards & Recognition Women in Medicine and Medical Sciences (WIMMS) University of Missouri Chapter Travel Award Outstanding Internal Medicine Residency Rotation Award: Medical Intensive Care Unit, University of Missouri Health Care System, Columbia, MO (2007-2017). Medal for Excellence. Department of Health and Human Services. Whitt S and the Organ Donation Management Team (Dabbagh O, Guntur VP, Johnson J, and Sohal H) (2008-2011). Board Certification Internal Medicine Pulmonary Medicine Critical Care Medicine Professional Memberships American Thoracic Society American College of Chest Physicians American College of Physicians 2008-2014: American Association for Cancer Research 2012-2014: Veterinary Comparative Respiratory Society Teaching & Professional Positions 2015-2018: Member and Chair-Elect of Executive Council, Women in Medicine and Medical Sciences, University of Missouri School of Medicine. 2017-2018: Co-Director of Introduction to Patient Care Block, University of Missouri School of Medicine. 2014-2016: Department of Medicine Faculty Development Committee, University of Missouri School of Medicine. 2012-2017: Associate Program Director, Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship, University of Missouri. 2012-2017: Admissions Committee, University of Missouri School of Medicine. 2012-2018: Adjunct Professor, University of Missouri School of Veterinary Medicine. 2011-2018: Advisory Committee, University of Missouri School of Medicine. 2009-2018: Director of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services, University of Missouri Healthcare. 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Provider showed concern 4.7 Friendliness 4.8 Spoke using clear language 4.7 Provider explained things clearly 4.7 Amount of time spent with you 4.6 Provider included you in decisions 4.6 Confidence in your doctor 4.7 Likelihood of recommending this provider 4.6 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 the best doctor National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 Dr. Guntur is a compassionate, competent and professional physician. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 As I've stated Dr.Guntur was the ultimate professional yet caring! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Provider's recommendations and steps to be taken were very well explain and very detailed. Very Satisfied. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 excellent! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Have not had anything other than the first visit, don't have any test results back yet National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 *Dr. Guntur is a very good listener. She explains treatment plans thoroughly. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 I have only seen Dr. Gunter a couple of times but I'm encouraged how things are progressing. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 nice people good MDs. thanks National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 I am very impressed with the care I received so far. outstanding National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Didn't apologize or explain my long wait. Was very abrupt. Didn't answer any questions. show more National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 *Dr. Guntur listened to me, she understood my feelings about the changes she wanted me to make and my concerns. We came to an agreement regarding the changes she made in my medication. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 My first appointment at NJH was last year the first week of Nov. 2019. My health was so poor that before my first test started I was sent by Dr. Guntur [to the emergency department]. I have no doubt that her quick decision literally saved my life. [phi] I cannot say enough good about NJH and THANK YOU seems so inadequate. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 doctor was very helpful. At least finally was able to get some answers to the problem. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 it would be helpful if she would ask how I feel about what she is suggesting National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Dr. Gunter was great. Thought she was very thorough, understanding and direct. Great bedside manner and seemed really smart. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Highest regard for Dr. Guntur! National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr Gunter, in fact everyone at National Jewish, is excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Related to me in a - very human manner. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr. Gunter was very attentive,asked pertinent questions, listened carefully, was very knowledgeable, and concerned about helping me. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Doctor Guntar is the best Doctor I've ever delt with. She is concerned and I feel that her information is valid and not complicated for me. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Dr Gunter was a pleasure to work with. I feel lucky to have had her as my pulmonologist. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 Dr. Guntur is an absolutely amazing doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 Was very happy the way everyone treated me. The advice I was given helped me to overcome my condition and get me back to health. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 always followed up with National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 The absolute best doctor I have seen yet, [comment about another provider] . I will be coming to this place from now on this is the best hospital I've ever been to you where doctors actually care about their patients and concerns. I would rate this doctor 1000 stars if I could she was amazing. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 amazing care for the patient!! National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 Everyone is so helpful. courteous and friendly. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Dr G is fantastic National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Very impressed by dr guntur National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 On occasion she seemed like she wasn't prepared for my appointments. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 I am extremely satisfied with the level of care that Dr. Guntur provided. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 I was quite impressed with Dr. Gunter's listening and communication skills, and of course her medical knowledge. I have been to many numerous doctors in the last 10 years trying to track down the root cause of my [symptoms]- I think that Dr. Gunter may be the first one to think out of the box to find a solution. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 I did forget to ask why my meds were being changed, but have confidence in her National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 very thorough and spent a lot of time with me and didn't make me feel rushed. Very great experience National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 Dr. Guntur had me do 3 tests, sent me to the GI doc for another 2. I was at NJ this time to get the results of all the tests. She hadn't even read the results. I gave her some time to read, but given that I only had her for 20 minutes (as she told me) I had to ask a few questions I felt were important. She couldn't clarify the answers and seemed annoyed with them. I will be trying to get a different pulmonologist. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 Dr. Guntur was excellent. She listened to my current challenges and concerns, described the plan to effectively diagnosis my condition and was very approachable. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 She brought something to my attention in women my age that is a very important health issue. [PHI]. Then she took steps to help me figure it out. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 we feel great confidence when talking with her as indicated my above ratings. it is very difficult for us to travel to Denver but services are worth the effort. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 on each visit, my doctor let me ask all of my questions which allowed me to follow her suggestions which helped me let go and deciede to do what is really important. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2019 I would recommend to anyone National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2019 *Dr. Guntur is absolutely wonderful, as are her nurses & assistants. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 She was fabulous! I am just hoping to get final test results and understand what causes my [symptoms]. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 *Dr. Gunter is NEW doctor for me I am looking forward to have the best care ever... I hope! National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 We're still working on my problem. I'm hoping that she can figure it all out. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 Dr. Guntur is a knowledgeable, compassionate and professional pulmonologist. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 I've already recommended Dr Guntur to other people! Dr. Guntur is obviously a leader in her specialty, Respiratory and Pulmonary Health Care Dr Guntur and her staff's work ethic, knowledge and ability to work with people (as friends) are the keys to why I filled out this survey the way I did. Thank you Dr Guntur and thank National Jewish. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 Very good experience with Dr. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2019 I would have a better feeling thinking if this physician had had time to go over my record with me.