Kamel A Gharaibeh, MD
PulmonologyInterventional Pulmonology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout
Care Philosophy
I am a passionate interventional pulmonologist and intensivist dedicated to providing compassionate, state-of-the-art, patient-centered care. I treat every patient as if they are a member of my own family, combining empathy with the most advanced, evidence-based therapies. I believe in empowering patients to be active partners in their care, and I am committed to walking with them every step of the way toward healing and a brighter future.
Personal Statement
I enjoy playing soccer, ping pong and pickleball, as well as spending time outdoors kayaking and hiking.
Clinical Interests
- Airway disorders (tracheal/bronchial tumor and stenosis) managed with rigid bronchoscopy, balloon dilation, tumor ablation and airway stent placement
- Bronchoscopic lung volume reduction for emphysema using endobronchial valves
- Lung nodules and cancer evaluation using robotic/navigational bronchoscopy with Cone-Beam CT and endobronchial ultrasound for advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy
- Medical thoracoscopy, pleural biopsy, pleurodesis and tunneled pleural catheter placement
- Percutaneous tracheostomy and Montgomery T-tube placement
- Transbronchial Cryobiopsy for interstitial lung diseases
- Whole lung lavage for pulmonary alveolar proteinosis
Locations
- Emplify Health La Crosse Pulmonary
- 1900 South Avenue, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Get Directions
- Phone: 608-775-2791
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Interventional Pulmonology, 2025
- Fellowship: University of Maryland Medical Center, Pulmonary Disease, 2023
- Fellowship: University of Maryland Medical Center, Critical Care, 2017
- Fellowship: Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Nephrology, 2016
- Residency: University of MS Hospital and Clinics, Internal Medicine, 2014
- Internship: Jordan Hospital, 2010
- Medical School: University of Jordan, Faculty of Medicine, 2009
Board Certifications
- Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023
- Critical Care Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2017
- Nephrology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2016
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2014
Insurance
- Aetna Health Management
- Amerigroup Iowa Inc
- Anthem BCBS WI
- Arise Health Plan/ WPS
- BCBS MN
- Benefit Plan Administrators
- Care Wisconsin
- CIGNA
- Community Link
- Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
- HealthEOS by Multiplan
- Healthpartners, Inc
- Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
- Medica IFB
- Meritain Health
- MHS Health
- Midlands Choice
- Quartz
- The Alliance
- Tricare West
- Ucare Minnesota
- United Healthcare Inc.
- WCA Group Health Trust
- Wellmark BCBS IA
- Wisconsin Physician Services
Reviews
5 of 5 stars
34 Ratings, 11 ReviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2026
Dr. Gharaibeh is an outstanding physician - I've had many wonderful doctors in my lifetime, but Dr. G tops them all.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2026
Dr Gharaibeh is kind, compassionate and informative. Excellent ast explaining options for my Healthcare and,cancer treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2026
Wow awesome man so caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2026
The doctor was great! He explained everything in easy to understand terms. I left feeling that everything was in good hands. His nurse was super nice and set up everything for me!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2026
I'm not one to visit a Dr's office, let alone a hospital. But what ended I up with here I am. This experience has been very much an experience of share with anyone who'll take the time to listen. Thank you so very much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
Everybody was wonderful and Kamel is awesome. He's just a good, good doctor. I appreciate him very well and I appreciate everybody over there. I surely do. Thank you. Goodbye.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
Dr. Gharaibeh took a lot of his time to explain a very complicated problem and complicated procedure to my wife and me. He answered all of our questions and seems very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Yes, I felt very comfortable with the doctor seeing he was newer. And I've never went through this before. He was exceptionally knowledgeable. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
What a kind hearted doctor not only his skills but the caring concern and heart he has .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
it was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
I trust in in his judgment and abilities