Dr. Peter LaCamera, MD
Pulmonologist
826.1 mi · 77 Warren Street, 2nd Floor, Brighton, MA 02135
At a glance
Accepts 8 insurances
BMC HealthNet Plan, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Massachusetts
Works at Steward Medical Group - Pulmonary Clinic
Affiliated with Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center
Office location
Steward Medical Group - Pulmonary Clinic
826.1 mi · 77 Warren Street, 2nd Floor, Brighton, MA, 02135
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BlueCross BlueShield
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic lung disease
Pulmonary fibrosis with no known cause
Asthma
Emphysema (COPD)
Fluid around the lungs
Chronic lung disease
Pulmonary fibrosis with no known cause
Asthma
Emphysema (COPD)
More about Dr. Peter LaCamera, MD
Dr. Peter LaCamera is a pulmonologist treating patients in Brighton, Massachusetts, and the surrounding communities. He holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine, critical care medicine, and pulmonary disease. He is also a member of professional organizations including the Massachusetts Medical Society and the American Thoracic Society.
For his undergraduate degree, Dr. LaCamera attended the College of the Holy Cross. He pursued his medical degree at the University of Massachusetts. Dr. LaCamera continued his medical education at the Boston University Medical Center. Here, he completed an internship program and received residency training in internal medicine. Dr. LaCamera completed his fellowship program in pulmonary and critical care at Harvard University.
Patients visiting Dr. LaCamera can receive a full range of medical services. His areas of clinical interest include interstitial lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, asthma, emphysema, and critical care.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Massachusetts
Boston University Medical Center, Internship in Internal Medicine
Boston University Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
Harvard University, Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care
College of the Holy Cross (Bachelor’s)
Practice
Steward Medical Group - Pulmonary Clinic
Affiliation
Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center
Certifications
Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine)
Pulmonary Disease (Internal Medicine)
Professional memberships
American Thoracic Society
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Zoeller RA. Grazia TJ. LaCamera P, Park J. Gaposchkin DP. Farber HW. Increasing plasmalogen levels protects human endothelial cells during hypoxia. American Journal of Physiology - Heart & Circulatory Physiology. 2002;283(2):H671-9
Tager AM, LaCamera P, Kradin RL, Bercury SD, Campanella GS, Leary CP, Polosukhin V, Zhao LH, Sakamoto H, Blackwell TS, Luster AD. Inhibition of pulmonary fibrosis by the chemokine IP - 10/CXCL 10. Am J Respir Cell Mol Biol. 2004;31(4);395-404
Tager AM, LaCamera P, Shea BS, Campanella GS, Selman M, Zhao Z, Polosukhin - V, Wain J, Karimi-shah BA, Kim ND, Hart WK, Pardo A, Blackwell TS, Xu Y, Chun J, Luster AD. The lysophosphatidic acid recptor LPA(1_ links pulmonary fibrosis to lung injury by mediating fibroblasts recruitment and vascular leak. Nat Med. 2008;14(1:45-54)
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1124061759
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.33
Bedside manner
5.00
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4 reviews
Most relevant
Pleasant, non-stressful, extremely informative.
More than 1 year agoSM
Great!! Thanks for his time.
More than 1 year agoSB
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More than 1 year agoYK
Which hospital is Dr. Peter LaCamera affiliated with?
Dr. Peter LaCamera is affiliated with Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Peter LaCamera work with?
Dr. Peter LaCamera works with Steward Medical Group - Pulmonary Clinic.
Where is Dr. Peter LaCamera's office located?
Dr. Peter LaCamera's office is located at 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA 02135.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter LaCamera have?
Dr. Peter LaCamera is certified by Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) and Pulmonary Disease (Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Peter LaCamera?
Dr. Peter LaCamera frequently sees patients for Asthma, Bronchitis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, and Pulmonology Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Peter LaCamera on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Peter LaCamera speak?
Dr. Peter LaCamera speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Peter LaCamera in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Dr. Peter LaCamera. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.33/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.