The medical care, including prescribing medication, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for a patient with COPD, would be handled by a(n)

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A pulmonologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory diseases, including COPD. They would be responsible for managing and prescribing medication, as well as performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for patients with COPD. Thoracic surgeons may perform surgery for certain cases of COPD, but they would not typically manage medication or other non-surgical treatments. Cardiologists specialize in heart disease, not respiratory conditions. Registered respiratory therapists and nurses may assist in the care of COPD patients, but would not be responsible for prescribing medication or performing advanced procedures.

The Medical Care, Including Prescribing Medication, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures