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Dr. Emil Schelbar is a pulmonologist who specializes in treating diseases and conditions of the lungs and respiratory system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency at Grady Memorial Hospital. With 51 years of experience in pulmonary medicine, Dr. Schelbar brings decades of expertise to patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Schelbar practices at Warren Clinic Pulmonary Medicine in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital. He focuses on treating chronic lung disease and COPD, including cases where patients have additional health conditions. His procedural expertise includes infusion therapy and intravenous treatments that can be administered both in clinical settings and at home. Patients rate Dr. Schelbar 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.

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accepting new patients
4.1

29 Ratings
51 years of experience
27 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Grady Memorial Hospital
9 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Schelbar's Ratings and Reviews

4.1

29 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 23 Minutes

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I've gone to see Dr. Schelbar a few times now, trying to give him the benefit of the doubt. He is just SO, SO incredibly rude, condescending, and arrogant. His comment this last visit was "I don't know what I'm supposed to do beyond what I'm doing...I can't fix you." Sad VERY rudely!! We know he can't fix my lung problems...I've had them since a child...but he could at least be compassionate & speak kindly. Just because we ask if there's any other medicines, or changes in medicines we could try, doesn't mean we expect him to work a miracle. He doesn't have to be rude about us asking re: other options. I told my husband, "That's it...I have to find another pulmonologist." My husband's comment back, "I didn't like him from the start!"

February 25th, 2021

I am extremely fortunate to have Dr. Schelbar as my Doctor. Very informative, patient and easy going. Would highly recommend him.

July 28th, 2020

Dr Schelbar is an excellent pulmonologist! Have suffered from COPD for years and have had a number of pulmonologist. This doctor is at the top of the list! Great doctor with great medicine! Dr Schelbar has always been cordial and polite! I highly recommend!

March 2nd, 2020

I read a comment on the reviews that said he was nasty and snarly and very hateful. She must have gone to a different Dr. Schelbar than I go to. He is always very polite and that there is no cure for COPD and the prescriptions and oxygen are really all he can do. Very sympathetic. I would recommend him to anyone.

December 11th, 2019

He treated my late husband a few years ago and I have never gotten over how snarly, hateful and really uncaring he was. My husband was in the throes of death and he treated him like he was a waste of time. I will never forget this experience and if I needed him for one last breath, I would not ask him for help because all I would get in return would be a smart mouth and ARROGANCE!!!!

July 22nd, 2019

I was referred to Dr. Schelbar by my PCP after a tumor was found in my bronchus. I saw Dr. Schelbar on a Friday and he told me I needed to have a bronchoscopy done and asked when I wanted to do it. I told him asap. He fit me in on the schedule on Monday. Dr. Schelbar was always doing the next step in my care before I could ask him what the next step was. He has made a huge impact on my life the short time I've had to see him. I will always recommend him to anyone, I wish he could be my PCP because of how he truly seemed to care for me and my outcome. Dr. Schelbar is THE BEST.

February 1st, 2019

Dr. Schelbar is a wonderful doctor. He takes his time and listens to you and what your concerns are about your diagnosis. He cares for his patients and never scares you by shootimg big words at you. He explains everything to you with a very kind tone.

October 19th, 2012

His bedside matter is great. Made me comfortable and I feel like he listens. He is very upfront with you about your options and his concerns. If you want a doctor who will work hard for you he is your man but if you are looking for someone to tell you what you what to hear and put your on a bunch of meds you need to look elsewhere.

September 28th, 2012

very nice, and professional hope he can take care of my problem, we shall see

November 18th, 2009

Warren Clinic Pulmonary Medicine

6565 S Yale Ave Ste 812Tulsa, OK 74136

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Dr. Emil Joe Schelbar	Dr. Richard Marvin Bregman, MD	Dr. Akhilesh Mahajan, MD	Dr. Bilal Khalid Chaudhry, MD
Pulmonology	Sleep Medicine	Critical Care Medicine	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (29 Ratings)	4.3 (12 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.7 (3 Ratings)
51 Years of Experience	51 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English
Tulsa , OK	Tulsa , OK	Tulsa , OK	Dover , DE
Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine	Med School: Dayanand Medical College	Med School: Albany Medical College
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Medical Doctor, Oklahoma, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Grady Memorial Hospital

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University Of Kansas School Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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Which hospitals is Dr. Emil Schelbar affiliated with?: Dr. Emil Schelbar is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital.
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Dr. Emil Joe Schelbar

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29 ratings & reviews

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Warren Clinic Pulmonary Medicine

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