Pulmonology
Specialists in the lungs and breathing, from asthma to sleep apnea.
What does a pulmonologist do?
Pulmonologists are physicians who diagnose and manage conditions of the lungs and breathing: asthma that's hard to control, COPD, chronic cough, shortness of breath without a clear cause, abnormal chest imaging, and sleep-related breathing problems such as sleep apnea. Evaluation often includes breathing tests and, when needed, sleep studies.
The usual path is a referral from a primary-care provider after a breathing problem persists or needs specialist testing. Pulmonologists then manage the condition over time, adjusting the plan as things change.
When to see one, and how to choose
Consider asking about a pulmonology referral when breathing symptoms keep interrupting daily life: waking at night short of breath, a cough that has lasted months, or needing rescue medication more and more often. A clinician will decide whether testing or specialty management fits. ProviderQuoHealth shows credentials, accepted insurance, and accepting-new-patients status on every profile, and the guides below cover how specialty referrals work for military families and veterans in the Fort Bragg area.
Severe trouble breathing is an emergency: call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department for sudden or severe shortness of breath, blue lips, or chest pain. Don't search a directory.
Find pulmonology providers near you
Pulmonology on ProviderQuoHealth
Saurav Pokharel, MD
Saurav Pokharel, MD, is a pulmonologist based in Sanford, NC. He provides care for patients with respiratory conditions and related health concerns. Dr. Pokharel is committed to helping patients achieve better lung health and overall wellness.
FirstHealth Cardio Pulmonary Rehab — Pulmonology
FHPG, LLC provides pulmonology services in Sanford, NC. The practice focuses on respiratory health and related conditions. Contact the office for more information about their services.
Dawn Marie Stanley, MD
Dawn Marie Stanley, MD, is a pulmonologist serving patients in Sanford, NC. She provides care focused on respiratory health and lung-related conditions. Dr. Stanley is available to discuss your pulmonary health needs.
Scott J. Johnson, MD
Scott J. Johnson, MD, is a pulmonologist serving the Pinehurst, NC area. He provides care for patients with respiratory conditions and related concerns.
FirstHealth Cardiology & Specialty Clinic-Pmc — Pulmonology
MCPC-18, LLC provides pulmonology services in Pinehurst, NC. The practice focuses on respiratory and lung health care for patients in the area.
Bradley Len Icard
Bradley Len Icard specializes in pulmonology and practices in Pinehurst, NC. He provides care focused on respiratory health and lung conditions.
Adam Richard Belanger, MD
Adam Richard Belanger, MD, is a pulmonologist based in Pinehurst, NC. He provides care for patients with respiratory and lung conditions. Dr. Belanger is available for consultations at his Pinehurst practice.
Cfv Pulmonary Medicine — Pulmonology
Cumberland County Hospital System Inc provides pulmonology services in Fayetteville, NC. The practice focuses on respiratory and lung health care for the community.
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center-Pulmonary Medicine and Lung Nodule Clinic — Pulmonology
Cape Fear Valley Health Medical Group LLC provides pulmonology services in Fayetteville, NC. The practice focuses on respiratory and lung health care for patients in the area.
Cape Fear Valley Pulmonary Medicine — Pulmonology
Cape Fear Valley Health Medical Group LLC provides pulmonology services in Fayetteville, NC. The practice focuses on respiratory and lung health care for patients in the area.
Cape Fear Pulmonary Associates,P.A. — Pulmonology
Cape Fear Pulmonary Associates, P.A. provides pulmonology care in Fayetteville, NC. The practice specializes in treating respiratory and lung conditions for patients in the area.
Sonal Arora, MD
Sonal Arora, MD, is a pulmonologist practicing in Fayetteville, NC. Dr. Arora specializes in the diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions. Contact the office for more information about services.
Rahul Kumar Kakkar, MD
Rahul Kumar Kakkar, MD, is a pulmonologist practicing in Fayetteville, NC. He provides care in pulmonary and respiratory health.
Jayesh Bhalushanker Dave, MD
Jayesh Bhalushanker Dave, MD, is a pulmonologist serving patients in Fayetteville, NC. He specializes in respiratory and lung health conditions. Dr. Dave is available to help with your pulmonary care needs.
George Goodwin Childs, MD
George Goodwin Childs, MD, is a pulmonologist serving patients in Fayetteville, NC. He provides care for respiratory conditions and related health concerns.
Gautam Dev, MD
Gautam Dev, MD, is a pulmonologist serving patients in Fayetteville, NC. He specializes in respiratory health and pulmonary conditions. Dr. Dev is dedicated to providing comprehensive care to his patients.
David Christian Hostler, MD MPH FACPFCCP
David Christian Hostler, MD, MPH, is a pulmonologist serving patients in Fayetteville, NC. With credentials in internal medicine and public health, he provides comprehensive respiratory care. Dr. Hostler is available to address your pulmonary health needs.
Frequently asked
What symptoms usually lead to a pulmonology referral?
Persistent cough, asthma that stays uncontrolled on usual treatment, shortness of breath without a clear cause, abnormal chest imaging, or suspected sleep apnea. A primary-care provider evaluates first and refers when specialist testing or management would help.
Do pulmonologists treat sleep apnea?
Many do; sleep-related breathing problems are part of the specialty, and evaluation may include a sleep study. A clinician will discuss which testing and treatment options fit your situation. This page is general education, not individual medical advice.
When is breathing trouble an emergency?
Sudden or severe shortness of breath, struggling to speak in full sentences, blue lips or face, or breathing trouble with chest pain. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Don't search a directory.
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About our medical review process
This page was reviewed by Myra A. Jones BSN, RN, CCM, a registered nurse, for medical accuracy and adherence to current clinical standards as of July 7, 2026. ProviderQuoHealth’s health content is reviewed by licensed healthcare professionals before publication and re-checked when the content materially changes.
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