Dr. James R. Snapper, MD | Durham, NC | Pulmonologist

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Dr. James Snapper treats bronchiectasis, chronic lung disease, and interstitial lung disease, and performs allergen immunotherapy and CT scans of the chest. He practices pulmonology in Durham, North Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Snapper 5 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
5

11 Ratings
21 insurance plans accepted
5 written reviews
1 specialty
1 area of expertise
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Snapper's Ratings and Reviews

5

11 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Absolutely the best doctor I have ever seen

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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November 30th, 2015

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Dr snapper is so caring,efficient,and pleasant. He always is available when in need and is likely one of the best Pulmonary Doc,s in the free world. If it was not for him I would no doubt be Dead !! If you are fortunate enough to have him as a Dr. life will be much better.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 17th, 2013

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Dr Snapper is a very caring doctor. He doesn't give you the standard 5-minute rush/here's a script/see ya next time treatment.He treats as well as cares. Out of the eight Pulmonologists that I've had during my three-year pulmonary issue, he's one of my top three favorites.

July 3rd, 2012

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Dr. Snapper has been our 97 year old grandmother's pulmonologist for about a year now. Never have we experienced a medical professional that shows such compassion for a patient. His communication skills and accessibility amazes our family. We are grateful and blessed to have him as part of her medical team.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 3rd, 2009

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Dr. Snapper is absolutely the BEST dr i have ever encountered! I have a been a nurse for 12 years and he is definiatly a true class act. I have never felt so comfortable and confident in what a dr has said. Not one time did my husband or myself feel rushed or as if we were wasting his time. He was so personable and knowledgeable. I have nothing but the best to say about him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 31st, 2009

Duke Asthma, Allergy, and Airway Center

1821 Hillandale Rd Ste 25ADurham, NC 27705

Tel: (919) 620-5300


Dr. James R. Snapper, MD	Emily Walter	Susanne Meghdadpour	Dr. Priyan Chandana Samarakoon, MD
Pulmonology	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner	Critical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (11 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4 (3 Ratings)
			35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
			Speaks English, German, Spanish
Durham , NC	Durham , NC	Durham , NC	Cary , NC
			Med School: Odessa National Medical University
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Where is Dr. James Snapper's office located?: Dr. James Snapper's office is located at 1821 Hillandale Rd Ste 25A, Durham, NC, 27705.

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