Pulmonary Medicine Specialists Near Me in Panama City, FL
Pulmonary • Panama City, FL
Clinic Type
Pulmonary
Address
621 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Panama City, FL 32401
Phone
(850) 785-3212
careers@ascension.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Emergency Care
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go directly to the ER.
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FAQs
What are the Pulmonary Medicine specialists near me in Panama City, FL?
Pulmonary Medicine specialists listed include Dorothy D Cash, APRN; Mary M Rising, APRN; William T McKenzie, MD; Marwan Obid, MD with locations around Panama City such as 621 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd and 1397 Jenks Ave Ste 1.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. Megan Benedict): 5.0/5 stars (6 reviews)
- WebMD (Dr. Angel Nunez): 4.5/5 stars (22 ratings)
- US News Doctors (Multiple Providers): 4/5 stars (Various (20-83 reviews each))
- Healthgrades (Dr. William McKenzie, Dr. Marwan Obid): 3.3-3.4/5 stars (32-43 reviews)
Patients praise
- Positive bedside manner and kindness from certain providers
- Thoroughness and knowledge in medical expertise
- Clear explanation of medical issues for some patients
- Accessibility for senior patients
Common complaints
- Long wait times (often exceeding 1-3 hours)
- Concerns regarding office staff, communication, and responsiveness
- Reports of dismissive, rude, or inappropriate bedside manner
- Dissatisfaction with office environment (cleanliness, privacy)
- Unexplained billing or unnecessary test concerns
"Appointment was over 1 hour late... he was running through there like... I will not be going back."
— Healthgrades patient review of Dr. William McKenzie"Have to sit and wait 1-1/2 hours past appointment time to see the dr... There is no privacy in this office at all... also all he cares about is you trying his south-beach-diet!!!!!!"
— Healthgrades/Vitals patient reviews of Dr. Victor Ortega-Jimenez"I am so glad Dr. Benedict is practicing at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay. She is an outstanding addition to the medical practice in our community. Thoughtful, engaged and willing to listen and pursue an accurate diagnosis."
— Healthgrades patient review of Dr. Megan BenedictSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Walter Rustmann, DO, Pulmonologist | Fort Walton Beach, FL | WebMD — May 27, 2026
- Dr. Frederick Trent, MD, Pulmonologist - Jacksonville Beach, FL | Healthline FindCare — Dec 17, 2025
- Janet L. Gysi - Nurse Practitioner in Panama City, FL — May 14, 2026
- Nicole Figueroa, APRN - Vero Beach, FL - Pulmonology — Dec 17, 2025
- Lauren B. Youtz, PA - Physician Assistant in Panama City, FL — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More pulmonary clinics in Panama City
TMH Physician Partners – Primary Care, Panama City Beach is part of Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH), a private, nonprofit community health system founded in 1948. TMH operates a 772-bed acute care hospital and multiple affiliated practices, with a network including residency programs and physician partnerships. The Panama City Beach location adds to TMH’s physician partner offerings, focusing on primary care and integration with TMH’s broader services. If you’re seeking Pulmonary, Critical Care, or Sleep specialty services in Panama City Beach, verify current TMH Physician Partners providers and referrals specifically for those specialties, as the page highlights primary care expansion rather than a dedicated Pulmonology/ICU/Sleep clinic.
Lung and Sleep Center is a private healthcare provider based in Panama City, Florida, offering pulmonary, sleep medicine, and internal medicine services. Key details: - Address: 1397 Jenks Ave, Panama City, FL 32401 (3 office locations listed, all at Jenks Ave) - Contact: info@thelungandsleepcenter.com; phone 850-522-5863 / 5864 - Website: thelungandsleepcenter.com - Leadership: triple-board-certified physician - History: operating since 2005; originated in Dothan, Alabama - Website metrics: ~443 monthly visits; low bounce rate; majority US traffic - Workforce: small team (2-10 employees reported), including a nurse practitioner - Services: pulmonary diseases, sleep medicine, and internal medicine - Reviews: employer rating 3.2/5 based on 4 reviews If you’re looking for location-specific details for their Panama City office, you’ll find the address listed above along with contact options.
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