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Byron T. Westerfield, MD

Certified B-Reader, Pulmonologist

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Conditions Treated Asbestosis Lung Cancer Pericardial Mesothelioma Pleural Effusions Pleural Mesothelioma

  • Bio & Insurance Information

    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.



  • Education & Training

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    University of Kentucky College of Medicine Graduated in 1976

    Medical School

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    Confederate Memorial Medical Center

    Internship

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    The Jewish Hospital Of St Louis Completed in 1978

    Residency

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    VA Long Beach Healthcare System

    Fellowship

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease

    American Board of Sleep Medicine

  • Hospital & Practice

    Ephraim McDowell Health

    Languages: English/Spanish

    (859) 239-1000

    217 S 3rd St

    Danville, Kentucky 40422

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    Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center

    Languages: English/Spanish

    (800) 278-2195

    145 Newcomb Ave

    Mt Vernon, Kentucky 40456

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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. ”

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by Maria K.

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“ I love being a patient of him, even though I seem him only once every year. ”