Find and Book Pulmonologists Near Me in Wellington, FL
There are 21 Pulmonologists in Wellington, FL and 24% of those with reviews are rated 4-star or higher. Some of the most common clinical focuses include Obstructive Lung Disease, Interstitial Lung Disease and Respiratory Tract Conditions. Popular hospitals in the area include HCA Florida JFK Hospital, HCA Florida Palms West Hospital and Saint Luke's North Hospital-Barry Road.
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital’s primary service area. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital’s primary service area. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
Pulmonary diseases are conditions that affect the lungs and other parts of the respiratory system. They can develop as a result an infection, air pollution, exposure to allergens or irritants, or tobacco smoking.
What are the most common types of pulmonary disease?
Some of the most common types of pulmonary disease are chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) asthma, and occupational lung diseases, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Occupational asthma is the most common type of occupational lung disease.
What are the signs and symptoms of pulmonary disease?
Signs and symptoms of pulmonary disease may depend on the type, but can include breathlessness, wheezing, coughing, and chest pain.
What is idiopathic pulmonary disease?
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a type of pulmonary fibrosis, which refers to scarring of the lungs. "Idiopathic" means that there is no identifiable cause for this. This condition is progressive, but some medications may help slow it down.
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