The National Jewish COPD Program

The COPD Program offers comprehensive, individualized care for people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) including emphysema and chronic bronchitis. As the region's only full-service program, our goal is to help patients manage their disease effectively and to live full and active lives.

• Unique, collaborative approach proven to enhance quality of life.
• Dedicated team of nationally recognized experts including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, rehabilitation specialists, dieticians, and behavioral health professionals.
• Personalized care plan and individualized take-home binder for every patient.
• Cutting edge diagnostic testing and latest treatments for COPD. 
• Nutritional counseling.
• Specialized pulmonary and physical rehabilitation programs.
• Personalized education and group classes.
• Behavioral health and psychosocial services . 

COPD Clinical Care Program Directors and Coordinators:

Russell P. Bowler, MD, PhD (Program Director)  

James D. Crapo, MD (Program Co-Director)                                                                   

Barry J. Make, MD (Program Co-Director)                     

Scott G. Van Da Walker , MSN, FNP-C (Program Coordinator)

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