Dr. John Rucker, MD, Charleston, SC | Pulmonologist

About Dr. John Rucker

Dr. John M. Rucker, M.D., F.C.C.P., is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri, Kansas City, and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine, where he also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Rucker pursued further specialization through a fellowship in pulmonary disease and Critical Care Medicine at the same institution. He is a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians, and an active member of several professional societies.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Emphysema (COPD)

Fluid around the lungs

Sleep apnea

Pulmonary fibrosis with no known cause

Chronic respiratory failure

Asthma

Emphysema (COPD)

Fluid around the lungs

Sleep apnea

Pulmonary fibrosis with no known cause

Office location

Lowcountry Lung and Critical Care

9150 Medcom St, Ste B, Charleston, SC 29406

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Education and background

Practice names

Lowcountry Lung and Critical Care

Board certifications

Pulmonary Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Critical Care Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Education and training

Medical School - University of Missouri-Kansas City, Doctor of Medicine
Washington University in St. Louis, Fellowship in Pulmonary Diseases and Critical Care
Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine

Professional memberships

American College of Chest Physicians

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1568462661

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What practice does Dr. John Rucker work with?

Dr. John Rucker works with Lowcountry Lung and Critical Care.

Where is Dr. John Rucker's office located?

Dr. John Rucker's office is located at 9150 Medcom St, Charleston, SC 29406.

Which board certifications does Dr. John Rucker have?

Dr. John Rucker is certified by Pulmonary Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine) and Critical Care Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. John Rucker?

Dr. John Rucker frequently sees patients for Cough, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), Pulmonology Consultation, Sinus Problems / Sinusitis, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. John Rucker on their profile.