Dr. George Tu, MD

Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Diseases • Male • Age 51

Accepting new patients

Obstructive Lung Disease, Pulmonary Vascular Conditions, and More

Telehealth services available

Dr. George Tu, MD is a Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Disease Specialist in Las Vegas, NV and has over 26 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tu has more experience with Obstructive Lung Disease, Pulmonary Vascular Conditions, and Sleep-disordered Breathing than other specialists in his area. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School Of The Medical College Of Hampton Roads medical school in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center and MountainView Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Tu to book an appointment.

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Lung Center of Nevada Northwest

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Lung Center of Nevada - Tenaya at Comprehensive Cancer Centers3150 N Tenaya Way Ste 125 Las Vegas, NV 89128

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I have been a patient of Dr. Tu's for many years now due to Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension and have know him to be the kindest, gentlest many I've ever dealt with. He tells you what's going on in plain words, not doctor words. Any questions you have, he will answer.

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I have a issue for some time with my breathing so a few Dr no help was told to see him after 90 min or so he said something is not right ,how ever we will find a answer it took about 6 weeks not what you would want but with the right meds things are a little better very good bed side manor staff is very good

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Dr. Tu is an amazing pulmonary doctor. He takes his time with his patients, answers questions, and is very thorough. He knows and cares about his patients. Dr. Tu has been my pulmonary doctor since 2010 and I have only ever had positive experiences with him.

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Mar 27, 2019

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I’ve been a patient of Dr. Tu For 15+ years. He’s knowledgeable, very kind and spends time with his patients

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Roberta in Nevada – Jan 21, 2018

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Really great doctor. Explains everything, does not rush you. He is busy but well worth it.

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Las Vegas, NV – Jul 11, 2017

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Best specialist that treated me in Las Vegas. Staff is professional, friendly, [especially Elizabeth] and co-operative

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A Breuer in Las Vegas, NV – Feb 18, 2017

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I have an asthma that is progressively getting worst the past year. I have to take a large dose of prednisone to control my wheezing. I saw Dr Tu this week. He spent a long time discussing my illness. Also went over my current medications. I will have multiple blood tests to find out what's causing my asthma. I have a lot of faith on Dr Tu..

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Agnes in Las Vegas – Nov 20, 2016

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My primary care MD. Referred me to Dr. Tu after I spent a week in Centennial Hospital . Dr. Tu was amazing. He spent a lot of time getting to know me and my case history. He and Anna are always there for me and are always willing to listen to whatever questions I might have. He now has a wonderful PA who is also tremendous. Kind,caring and knowledgeable in all they do.

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Claire S. in North Las Vegas, NV – Aug 10, 2016

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Dr. Tu is outstanding. I always have a 100% of his attention when I'm there. He listens, analyses and thinks about your questions and tries to give you full answers. We all need more doctors like Dr. Tu.

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Alex in Las Vegas, NV – Jul 14, 2016

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Beyond, kind and compassionate. The doctor that is truly caring, thoughtful, genuine and outstanding. I highly recommended this doctor I have been seeing Dr. George Tu since 2006, 10 years now. He?s kind, he's brilliant, and he cares. Very concerned for my well being. I am so happy I found him. Dr. George Tu was very understanding, a good listener and fully answered all my questions and concerns that made me feel very comfortable. He is concerned also about my other medical needs.

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Myrna J in Las Vegas, NV – May 22, 2016

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Lost our repeated testing results and machine used for same twie. Office staff blamed losses on Dr Tu.....rude arrogant and non caring staff....Dr Tu protected them even after they accused him of losing files and reports openly. Arugmentive and very non professional staff and yet Dr Tu protected them....we departed and will never return....we need and require professional and complete record permanency and caring office and doctor. If in doubt do not.

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Las Vegas, NV – May 20, 2016

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Dr. George Tu and nurse Anna are both outstanding. Simply two of the best in the medical field. I have never had such professional, knowledgeable and yet kind and caring medical professionals in my life. Dr. Tu has gone way beyond the call of duty to make sure that I am healthy both physically and mentally. I do not know what I would have done without him. Anna is exceptionally kind and knowledgeable as well. They truly take the time to listen. God blessed me to have these two in my life.

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Michel L. Martinez in Las Vegas, NV – May 08, 2016

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DR TU SAVED MY HUSBAND IN SUMMERLIN HOSPITAL ICU. HE IS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND HASA GREAT BEDSIDE MANNER V

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Las Vegas, NV – Mar 24, 2016

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Dr. Tu accepts the following insurance:

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Aetna: Aetna HMO; Choice Plus POS II
America's Health Choice
Anthem: Balanced Choice-NV PPO; Balanced Pathway-NV HMO; Balanced Pathway-NV PPO; Balanced-NV PPO; Boyd Gaming Network-NV; Bronze Choice (Employer)-NV PPO; Bronze Nevada PPO; Bronze Pathway (Employer)-NV HMO; Bronze Pathway (Pathway / Small Grp)-NV PPO; Bronze Pathway -NV HMO; Bronze Pathway Guided Access -NV HMO; Bronze Pathway X Guided Access-NV HMO; Bronze Pathway X-NV HMO; Catastrophic Pathway X-NV HMO; Catastrophic Pathway-NV HMO; Catastrophic Pathway-NV PPO; Choice (Tier 1 Pathway - Tier 2)-NV PPO; Choice-NV PPO; Gold Choice (Employer)-NV PPO; Gold Nevada PPO; Gold Pathway (Employer)-NV HMO; Gold Pathway (Pathway - PPO / Small Grp)-NV PPO; Gold Pathway Guided Access-NV HMO; Gold Pathway X Guided Access-NV HMO; Gold Pathway X-NV HMO; Gold Pathway-NV HMO; Gold Pathway-NV PPO; Lumenos plans-NV; National (BlueCard Basic) PPO; National (BlueCard) PPO; Nevada HMO; Nevada PPO; Non-HMO- HSA, HRA and HIA+-NV; Pathway /Pathway X-NV HMO; Pathway Guided Access/Pathway X Guided Access-NV HMO; Pathway-NV HMO; Pathway-NV PPO; Silver Choice (Employer)-NV PPO; Silver Core Pathway-NV HMO; Silver Pathway (Employer)-NV HMO; Silver Pathway (Pathway - PPO / Small Grp)-NV PPO; Silver Pathway Guided Access-NV HMO; Silver Pathway X Guided Access-NV HMO; Silver Pathway X-NV HMO; Silver Pathway-NV HMO; Silver-NV PPO
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield: Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Beech Street (Multiplan): Beech Street (Multiplan) EPO; Beech Street (Multiplan) HMO; Beech Street (Multiplan) POS; Beech Street (Multiplan) PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield: Blue Card PPO; Blue Cross and Blue Shield; Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO; Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO; Blue Cross Blue Shield POS; Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield: HealthyBlue 2.0; HealthyBlue Advantage
Cigna: Cigna EPO; Cigna HMO; Cigna POS; Cigna PPO; Open Access Plus
Coventry Health Care: Coventry Health Care POS; Coventry Health Care PPO
Culinary Health Fund
First Health (Coventry Health Care): First Health (Coventry Health Care) EPO; First Health (Coventry Health Care) POS; First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
HealthChoice: HealthChoice PPO
Humana: Humana Choice Medicare Advantage PPO; Humana HMOx; Humana POS; Humana PPO
Medicaid
MGM Resorts Health Plan
MultiPlan: MultiPlan PPO; PHCS Network PPO
One Health: One Health POS; One Health PPO
PHCS: PHCS EPO; PHCS Par-Multi Plan; PHCS Par-Multi Plan PPO; PHCS POS; PHCS PPO
Sierra Choice: Sierra Choice POS
Teachers Health Trust
Tricare: TriCare for Life; Tricare South
UnitedHealthCare: United Healthcare EPO; United Healthcare HMO; United Healthcare POS; United Healthcare PPO
USA Health Network: USA Health Network PPO
Veteran Administration Plan

Background Check

No malpractice claims found for Nevada

No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data

No board actions found for the years we collect data

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Practice Areas

Obstructive Lung Disease

Obstructive lung disease specialists diagnose and treat conditions including COPD, emphysema, asthma and cystic fibrosis that cause blockages or narrowing in the airways of the lungs, making breathing difficult.

Typically treats 79% more than their peers

Based on claims data for 5 conditions and procedures

TreatmentsTreatment Frequency

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

very high

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Tu treats COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) more than 100% of their peers

Dr. Tu treats this condition more than 100% of their peers

Emphysema

very high

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Tu treats Emphysema more than 100% of their peers

Dr. Tu treats this condition more than 100% of their peers

Asthma

very high

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Tu treats Asthma more than 97% of their peers

Dr. Tu treats this condition more than 97% of their peers

Pulmonary Vascular Conditions

Pulmonary vascular specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the flow of blood between the heart and lungs, including pulmonary hypertension and pulmonary embolism.

Typically treats 79% more than their peers

Based on claims data for 1 condition or procedure

TreatmentsTreatment Frequency

Pulmonary Embolism

normal

normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Tu treats Pulmonary Embolism more than 79% of their peers

Dr. Tu treats this condition more than 79% of their peers

Sleep-disordered Breathing

Sleep-disordered breathing specialists diagnose and treat conditions, such as snoring or obstructive sleep apnea, in which breathing is interrupted during sleep, resulting in symptoms of fatigue, irritability and high blood pressure.

Typically treats 99% more than their peers

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TreatmentsTreatment Frequency

Sleep Apnea

very high

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Tu treats Sleep Apnea more than 99% of their peers

Dr. Tu treats this condition more than 99% of their peers

Sleep Disorders

very high

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Tu treats Sleep Disorders more than 99% of their peers

Dr. Tu treats this condition more than 99% of their peers

Respiratory-tract Conditions

Immunologists diagnose and treat conditions such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and COPD that affect the respiratory system, including the nasal passages, bronchi and lungs.

Typically treats 84% more than their peers

Based on claims data for 14 conditions and procedures

TreatmentsTreatment Frequency

Shortness of Breath

very high

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Tu treats Shortness of Breath more than 100% of their peers

Dr. Tu treats this condition more than 100% of their peers

Low Blood Oxygen Level

very high

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Tu treats Low Blood Oxygen Level more than 100% of their peers

Dr. Tu treats this condition more than 100% of their peers

Pulmonary Hypertension

very high

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Tu treats Pulmonary Hypertension more than 98% of their peers

Dr. Tu treats this condition more than 98% of their peers

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About Me

Biography

Dr. George Tu graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School. He completed his internship and residency, as well as Pulmonary fellowship, at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He is board certified in Pulmonary Medicine and Sleep Medicine. He is a Fellow of the College of Chest Physicians. He has been in practice since 2000.

Specialties

Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Diseases
Pulmonary Disease

Board Certifications

Pulmonary Disease

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Education

2000

Cedars Sina Med Center

Fellowship Hospital

1997

Cedars Sina Med Center

Residency Hospital

1995

Cedars-Sina Med Ctr

Internship Hospital

1994

Eastern Virginia Medical School Of The Medical College Of Hampton Roads

Medical School

1990

University of California At Irvine / California College of Medicine & Surgery

Undergraduate School

Languages

Taiwanese
Chinese, Mandarin
Chinese
English

Awards

Healthgrades Honor Roll

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Affiliated Hospitals

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Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center

Las Vegas, NV

74% Patient experience rating, 5% higher than the national average

MountainView Hospital

Las Vegas, NV

72% Patient experience rating, 3% higher than the national average

Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican - Siena Campus

Henderson, NV

72% Patient experience rating, 3% higher than the national average

Summerlin Hospital Medical Center

Las Vegas, NV

64% Patient experience rating, 5% lower than the national average

Sunrise Children’s Hospital

Las Vegas, NV

Sunrise Hospital And Medical Center

Las Vegas, NV

62% Patient experience rating, 7% lower than the national average