David M. Berkowitz Emory Faculty
David M. Berkowitz Emory Faculty

David M. Berkowitz, MD

Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Critical Care, Interventional Pulmonology

4.9 - 184 Ratings

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg A, Fl 3, Atlanta, GA 30322
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(404) 778-3261

About

Dr. Berkowitz received his undergraduate degree in Biophysical Chemistry and Economics from Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire in 1998. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Medical School in San Antonio, Texas in 2002.  He completed his residency at Harvard Medical School and a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine in 2008.  In 2009, he completed an additional one-year fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center dedicated to the subspecialty of Interventional Pulmonology.

Dr. Berkowitz began practicing at Emory University Hospital in 2009 and is affiliated with the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, Emory St Joseph's Hospital, Grady Memorial Hospital, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University Hospital Midtown.  He is board certified in Internal Medicine (2005, 2015), Pulmonary Disease (2007, 2017), Critical Care Medicine (2009, 2019), and Interventional Pulmonology (2016).  His clinical interests are in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy and the management of patients with cancer involving the lung. He specializes in the diagnosis, staging, and endoscopic management of lung cancer by using minimally invasive endoscopic procedures including flexible and rigid bronchoscopy, navigational bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound, laser assisted bronchoscopy, and photodynamic therapy. He also performs bronchial thermoplasty, transtracheal oxygen catheter placement, endoscopic lung volume reduction, and tracheostomy placement and management. 

Dr. Berkowitz has been the Principle Investigator on multiple clinical research projects examining airway and lung diseases including emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, and lung cancer.  His main research focus involves the evaluation and management of pleural disease and disorders of the airways such as complications of placement of tracheostomy tubes and airway stents.   Through his research, he aims to advance the safety of performing medical procedures and improving healthcare quality and delivery.

He serves on the Association of Interventional Pulmonology Program Directors (AIPPD) Fellowship Accreditation Committee in order to help standardize Interventional Pulmonary fellowship training and curriculum. He has been invited to speak at the international meetings for the American Thoracic Society and American College of Chest Physicians as well as many continuing medical education courses for practicing physicians throughout the United States. As Director of the Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship Program at Emory University, he has trained nearly a dozen practicing Interventional Pulmonologists.  He has also mentored numerous residents and fellows and routinely lectures at Emory Medical School.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
  • Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
  • Emory Healthcare Network
  • Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

  • Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2009

Locations

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast
Bldg A, Fl 3
Atlanta, GA 30322

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 184 ratings

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

4.9 Provider showed concern
4.9 Provider explained things clearly
4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 Provider included you in decisions
4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-22

Impressed with professional demeanor of everyone, personable treatment and concern

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-08

DR BERTOWITZ WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND IS A GREAT DR!! VERY FREINDLY AND COMPROHENSIVE!! HE'S THE BEST!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-04

Dr Berkowitz is amazing. He is the perfect example of excellent bedside manner. Not only is he very good at explaining your condition but is also very compassionate and you can tell he really cares about his patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-05

Dr. Berkowitz's approach and demeanor was the exception and not the rule when it comes to doctors these days! For that I am grateful!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-26

Fantastic Doctor!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-16

Dr Berkowitz is wonderful!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-17

They explained everything to me in terms that I can understand and reassured me that I was gonna be all right I appreciate the kindness

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-29

Dr Berkowitz explained everything in terms my husband and I could understand. Even though there were risks with the procedure, I felt very comfortable moving forward to determine what the problem was

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-13

My provider at this level was a radiology Fellow

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-01

Dr Berkowitz is an excellent doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-17

Dr Berkowitz was very patient

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-23

Dr. Berkowitz was well informed about my case before we met. He answered all of my questions and clearly explained the risks and options for treatment. He was awesome.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-14

Everything was explained very well. Both Dr. Berkowitz and Dr. Cheng were very kind and explained my options very well.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-08

Showed me CT Scan pictures. Answered questions . . . And walked me out to the exit. No previous doctor I have ever had was as patient and thorough as Dr. Berkowitz.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-23

Dr. Berkowitz was outstanding!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-23

Dr Berkowitz always shows concern and is sure to answer all your questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-05

The doctor showed great care explaining my test result and the next steps in my care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-26

Dr. Berkowitz is the best!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-18

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-10

Dr. David Berkowitz was great. My diagnosis turned out not to be pulmonary, but a hiatal hernia. He very patently showed me all areas of my CT scan, and made clear recommendations.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-28

I have an excellent Doctor/Patient relationship.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-19

Dr Berkowitz has always shown compassion & excellent care for Jeni.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-16

Blown away by the care provided. Plenty of time spent to explain and answer questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-04

Dr David Berkowitz is one of if not the most caring doctor I have ever seen. You are fortunate to have him. You

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-14

Very Happy with the level of care! ! !

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-13

Dr. Berkowitz always listens well and answers questions clearly. Makes an effort to remember you as a patient and an individual. Very impressive!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-23

Dr. David Berkowitz and his team were outstanding. Patient , thorough and answered all our questions. Felt completely informed and included. World class team.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-16

Drs. Hampton and Berkowitz were outstanding.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-30

They are great!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-28

Info provided very helpful in making a decision on further care.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-21

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-28

Dr Berkowitz is an excellent doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-11

Dr. Berkowitz is great!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-07

Dr Berkowitz is excellent in his interactions with the patient. Listens well, addresses concerns well and answers questions well. Very thoughtful in remembering past discussions.Something most doctors don't do.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-03

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-02

Every kind to tell me about what I was worried

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Pulmonary Disease & Critical Care Medicine, MD, 2008
  • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr - East Campus, Internal Medicine, MD, 2005
  • Medical Education: University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr at San Antonio, MD, 2002

Board Certifications

  • Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2009
  • Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2005

Awards

  • Atlanta’s Top Doctors (Pulmonology), 2016-2021
  • Award of Excellence, Emory University Division of Pulm and CCM, 2017
  • Provider Excellence Award (Top 10% of Patient Satisfaction scores in the Emory Physician Group Practice), 2019
  • Emory School of Medicine Doctors’ Day Recognition, 2020
  • GA Top Doctors, 2021, 2022

Professional Memberships

  • Interventional Pulmonary Fellowship Program Accreditation Committee
  • Association of Interventional Pulmonary Program Directors (AIPPD) 
  • American Associated for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (AABIP)