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Best pulmonary specialists for COPD
Whether your COPD is mild or more severe, our team of specialists is ready to provide the best treatment for you.
- U.S. News & World Report high-performing hospital for COPD New and proven COPD treatments The latest clinical trials
Our COPD specialists are at the forefront of our field
National Jewish Health is the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. Our team of specialists has deep experience diagnosing and treating COPD, emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Our goal is to help patients manage their condition and live a full and active life.
Because our doctors are researchers, too, our patients have access to the latest COPD clinical trials and most effective treatments.
COPD Treatment
Learn more about treatment for COPD, emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
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Leaders in respiratory care as recognized by U.S. News & World Report
The COPD treatments and services we offer:
Advanced pulmonary testing for an accurate diagnosis
Caring lung specialists who listen to you
Treatment customized just for you
Continued follow-ups for your changing needs
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Our cardiology team works together to provide comprehensive heart care.
Ron Balkissoon, MD, MSc, DIH, FRCPC
Dr. Ron Balkissoon is a pulmonologist who treats all lung diseases, including asthma, COPD, chronic cough and sarcoidosis.David A. Beuther, MD, PhD, FCCP
Dr. David Beuther is pulmonologist who treats all lung diseases, including asthma, chronic cough, dyspnea (shortness of breath) and COPD.Joseph Cooley, DO
Dr. Joseph Cooley is a fellowship-trained pulmonologist who treats all lung diseases, including ARDS, COPD, shortness of breath and ILD.Elizabeth David, MD, MAS
Dr. Elizabeth David is a fellowship-trained thoracic surgeon.The latest in clinical trials
We're currently recruiting for the following respiratory clinical trials:
Potential New Treatment for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
Researchers want to see if a new drug, alvelestat, improves the symptoms of lung disease caused by COPD due to alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD), as well as symptoms of AATD.
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COPD Treatment
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 2020-21 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.
Insurance Information
National Jewish Health works with most health plans and is “in-network” for millions of people. However, depending on your specific plan, and/or if you live outside the state of Colorado, your health plan may determine that services at National Jewish are “out-of-network."
National Jewish Health can assist you in working with your health insurance provider to obtain authorization or approval to be seen at National Jewish Health.