UF Health Shands Hospital is among the nation’s top hospitals for pulmonology and lung surgery in the U.S. News & World Report 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings.
UF Health Pulmonary – Medical Specialties – Medical Plaza
Address
1549 Gale Lemerand Drive
Gainesville, Florida 32610-3008
Directions, parking and more
Gainesville, Florida 32610-3008
Phone Numbers
Appointment
(352) 273-8740
Referral Fax
(352) 627-4179
Fax
(352) 627-4268
Hours of Operation
See full hours
UF Health Shands Hospital is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals for COPD by U.S. News & World Report.
Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine are medical specialties dealing with diseases of the respiratory tract. Pulmonologists are specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections. Pulmonology often involves managing patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation.
The Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine is dedicated to patient care, education, and research through excellence in healthcare delivery and innovations in biomedical research. The division is strongly committed to providing superior medical education for Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine fellows, internal medicine residents, and medical students. Several faculty members in the division have received teaching awards from the College of Medicine.
Our physicians are faculty members at UF, expertly trained and Board certified to provide adult patients.UF Health provides comprehensive medical care for the entire family. Board-certified physicians offer a full range of medical services for patients of all age groups. Our physicians can provide you with routine medical checkups, as well as the treatment of a wide variety of health problems.
Related conditions & treatments
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Emphysema
- Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Interventional Pulmonology
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Disease
- Lung Transplant
- Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM)
- Pleural Disease
- Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Tuberculosis
- Respiratory Acidosis
- Sleep Disorders
- Subcutaneous Emphysema
Medical records
To obtain a copy of your medical records, please log into MyUFHealth or call (352) 594-0909.
Costs, billing, and insurance
Pay your bill online by logging into MyUFHealth. If you'd like to pay by phone, please call (352) 265-7906 or our toll-free number (888) 766-8154. You can also make checks or money orders payable to UF Health PO Box 16051 Lewiston, ME 04243-9534.
If you have questions or wish to pay in person, please consult our billing section.
Shands hospitals and UF Physician practices accept insurance from numerous providers, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, CIGNA, Humana, Capital Health, Medicaid, and state and government services. For a full list of accepted plans visit our Insurance / Billing page.
Insurance acceptance varies between physicians and locations and is subject to change. To confirm that a specific physician will accept your insurance, please contact the practice using the telephone numbers listed at the top of the page. A representative will be happy to assist you.
Meeting your health care needs
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Cancer Rehabilitation
Physical therapy, occupational therapy and massage therapy services for patients experiencing problems associated with surgery or due to side effects of chemotherapy or radiation treatment.
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Medical Imaging Services
UF Health offers day-of, on-site imaging services in a qualified medical center.
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Medical Plaza Specialty Pharmacy
UF Health Specialty Pharmacy focuses on medication therapy for patients with complex disease states. Medications in our specialty pharmacy range from oral to cutting-edge injectable and biologic products.
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Outpatient Lab Services
Full-service, on-site lab services and testing for your convenience.
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Pharmacies
Accepts most prescription plans; competitive prices; on-site.
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Wheelchair and Adaptive Equipment Fitting
UF Health has an adaptive seating clinic where our therapists evaluate patients for both adaptive equipment and mobility device needs.
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Patient Advocates
Patient advocates provide guidance and act as liaisons between patients and the care team.
For your convenience and peace of mind
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Accessibility
Aids and services are available to help people with disabilities communicate effectively.
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ATM and Banking
Many of UF Health's properties have various branch ATMs and/or branch offices.
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Baby-Changing Station
Baby-changing stations are available in many of UF Health's restrooms.
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Coffee
Options include Opus Coffee and Starbucks in the hospital atriums.
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Free Wifi
Patients and guests get free wireless internet access at UF Health hospitals.
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Gardens and Outdoor Spaces
The Garden of Hope, Sun Terrace, and other spaces help patients and families relax.
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Gender-Neutral Restroom
Gender-neutral, public restrooms are located throughout UF Health's properties.
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Gift Shops
The Gift Stops offer a wide variety of gifts and products for patients and families.
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Interpreters / Hearing Impaired
UF Health provides free language services to people whose primary language is not English.
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Medical Records
You can download a form or call (352) 594-0909 to have medical records mailed or faxed.
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Notary Public
Notary services are available to patients and visitors Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Smoke-Free
Smoking, chewing tobacco, or using electronic cigarettes is prohibited on UF Health properties.
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Social Services
Social workers are part of the patient's care team and work with medical staff and nurses.