Dr. David Kupferberg
MD, MPH
Expert Medicine with personal care
Board certified pulmonary physician in both the US and Israel with over 25 years of experience. Trained in Canada and the US, providing caring and personalized approach for a wide range of pulmonary issues, including asthma management, expert diagnoses and treatment for chronic and acute respiratory issues, second opinions, and specialized care for Israeli residents and tourists alike.
About Dr. David Kupferberg
"With over 25 years of experience in treating a broad range of lung-related illnesses, Dr. Kupferberg believes that the most effective treatment plans are built when a patient fully understands their diagnosis. He strives to provide care in a supportive environment to address his patients' respiratory health with the time and attention they deserve."
Personalized Expert Care
- Expertise in a broad spectrum of pulmonary programs including asthma management, COPD, chronic cough and pneumonia
- Blending clinical expertise with a compassionate and caring approach, empowering patients by giving them the tools to partner in improving their own health and wellbeing
- Fluent in English, Hebrew and French
Direct Physician Access
- Private practice allows for direct, personalized care in a timely fashion
- Visit in clinics in Jerusalem and Efrat, via online video, or home visits when necessary and feasible
A Health Resource in Israel and Abroad
- Provides a familiar clinical experience for visitors, students, and Israel's "Anglo" community
- Can issue comprehensive medical reports in English for doctors back home
- Helps ensure treatment aligns with the high standards of North American pulmonary medicine
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate the urgent needs of travelers and tourists
- Help for Israeli patients when the need arises when traveling in the states
- American invoicing for out-of-network benefits and patient reimbursement available after visits upon request
Education and Experience
- MD from McGill University Faculty of Medicine
- Residency in Internal Medicine at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Fellowship in Pulmonary/Critical Care at University of California San Diego
- Masters in Public Health from San Diego State University
- Over twenty-five years of clinical practice
- Triple certified in Pulmonary, Critical Care and Internal Medicine in the US
- Certified in Pulmonary and Internal Medicine in Israel
- Licensed to practice medicine in over 25 states in the US including NY, NJ, California, and Florida
Conditions
Diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for adults with lung and breathing problems.
Asthma
Diagnosis and follow-up of asthma in adults, with breathing tests in the clinic and a written plan.
COPD
Evaluation and long-term care of COPD, with breathing tests, an oxygen check while walking and a plan for flare-ups.
Chronic Cough
Step-by-step evaluation of a cough that won’t go away, to find the cause and treat it.
Sleep Apnea
Evaluation and management of sleep apnea, including coordinating and reviewing sleep tests and CPAP follow-up.
Shortness of Breath
Evaluation of breathlessness that is new, getting worse or unexplained, with breathing tests and walking oximetry.
Bronchiectasis
Care for widened, scarred airways that cause a daily cough and repeated chest infections, with a plan to reduce flare-ups.
Pneumonia & Chest Infections
Follow-up after pneumonia, and evaluation of a lingering cough or of chest infections that keep coming back.
Services
Breathing tests, second opinions, home visits and video visits.
Breathing Tests
Spirometry, lung volumes and walking oximetry in the clinic, with spirometry and oximetry also offered at home visits, plus clear instructions on how to prepare.
Second Opinions
A careful review of a lung or breathing diagnosis and treatment plan, in person or by video, by a pulmonologist certified in the US and Israel.
Home Visits
Visits at home by Dr. Kupferberg in the Jerusalem area and Gush Etzion, when needed and feasible, with portable breathing tests available.
Olim & Visitors
Care in English for olim, students and visitors in Israel, with English medical reports and itemized invoices for US insurance claims.
Patient Information
About Dr. Kupferberg, common questions, inhaler videos and a sleep apnea questionnaire.
About Dr. Kupferberg
Dr. Kupferberg’s background, his training in Canada and the US, his certification in the US and Israel, and his approach to care.
Patient FAQ
Answers about fees and insurance, booking, video and home visits, breathing tests and reports.
Inhaler Technique
A video and step-by-step guide for adults using a metered-dose inhaler with a spacer.
STOP-Bang Questionnaire
A short questionnaire that estimates your risk of obstructive sleep apnea, with a report you can send to Dr. Kupferberg.
Clinic Locations
See Dr. Kupferberg at his clinics in Jerusalem and Efrat, by video, or at home when needed and feasible.
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Jerusalem Clinic Appointments
Dr. Kupferberg sees patients here in clinic sessions about every two weeks. Book online below, or through the Wolfson line: 02-5636265, ext. 4
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Efrat Clinic & Contact Dr. David Kupferberg
Book an appointment at the Efrat clinic or send a message to Dr. Kupferberg directly through email or WhatsApp. Home visits, when needed and feasible, can be arranged through either contact method below.