Byron T. Westerfield, MD
Certified B-Reader, Pulmonologist
Asbestosis Lung Cancer Pericardial Mesothelioma Pleural Effusions Pleural Mesothelioma
CT Scan MRI PET Scan Pulmonary function tests Thoracentesis X-ray
Ephraim McDowell Health Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center
Dr. Byron Westerfield got his medical degree from University of Kentucky College of Medicine in 1976 and did his internship at Confederate Memorial Medical Center. He then went to The Jewish Hospital of St. Louis and completed his residency. In 1980 he obtained his fellowship at VA Long Beach Healthcare System. Dr. Westerfield is a NIOSH certified B-Reader. He has over 20 years of experience and currently practices at several hospitals including Ephraim McDowell Health and Rockcastle Regional Hospital. Dr. Byron Westerfield is also board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary disease and sleep medicine.
University of Kentucky College of Medicine Graduated in 1976
Medical School
Confederate Memorial Medical Center
Internship
The Jewish Hospital Of St Louis Completed in 1978
Residency
VA Long Beach Healthcare System
Fellowship
American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease
American Board of Sleep Medicine
November 30, -0001
by Christina J.
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“ Dr. Westerfield is a great doctor and a great guy at the same time. He has the best bedside manner and truly cares about his patients. He is very good with his specialty and I wouldn’t hesitate to visit him again if I ever have another problem. I really like this doctor and I would totally recommend him. ”
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by Ann M.
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“ He has been my doctor for a really long time and he is the best. Dr. Westerfield does not just treat his patients, he tries to get to know them as well. He is a great doctor! ”
June 05, 2017
by Maria K
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“I love being a patient of him, even though I seem him only once every year. ”
November 30, -0001
by Maria K.
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“ I love being a patient of him, even though I seem him only once every year. ”