Michael Lava, MD
Specialties
Pulmonary Medicine
Critical Care Medicine
Education & Training
Doctor of Medicine
Michael Lava, MD
Pulmonologist with Wellstar since 2015.
Specialties
Pulmonary Medicine
Critical Care Medicine
Education & Training
Doctor of Medicine
Office Locations
Expertise
About Michael Lava, MD
He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Lava is currently in practice at Wellstar Medical Group Pulmonary Medicine.
Specialties
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Critical Care Medicine
Education & Training
- Emory University School of Medicine
Degree
- Doctor of Medicine
Residency
- Emory University School of Medicine
Fellowship
- Emory University School of Medicine
Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulm
- American Board of Internal Medicine Critical Care
Hospital Affiliations
- Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
- Wellstar Cobb Hospital
- Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
- Wellstar Douglas Hospital
- Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
Languages spoken
- English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.8Based on 121 patient ratings
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- Shared the right amount of information
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- Earned my trust
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Patient Reviews
5
Dr. Lava is always thorough and helpful. I appreciate that I don't feel rushed and he is listening and documenting our discussion.
September 30, 2026
5
Dr. Lava and Staff treated me professionally and personally! Took interest in my comments and provided input and guidance. Dr. Lava began the process of notifying the surgeon for my upcoming procedure of my current medical condition.
September 30, 2026
5
Friendly staff both at check-in and by nurse in exam room. Dr Lava has a great demeanor and took the time to ask questions and engage in dialog about recent medical history.
September 30, 2026
5
The staff and Dr Lava were very professional and courteous.
September 30, 2026
5
Dr Lava is professional, caring . I am blessed to have him as my Dr
September 26, 2026
5
Great experience
September 28, 2026
5
Dr Lava is great
September 25, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a very professional, kind, and compassionate individual. Rebecca, his assistant in the room was also very kind. The office staff was very pleasant and all had smiles on their faces. I was greeted when I walked into the office. Thank you for your kindness.
September 25, 2026
5
I had a wonderful experience starting with the nurse that assisted with following up with all my medication, then the doctor welcoming me as well as going through my CPAP, the numbers and letting me know that everything was good and I would see him again next year. Thank you very much for everything. Have a wonderful day.
August 12, 2026
4
Yes, I was very impressed upon entering the Wellstar Pulmonary Clinic. I was seen within 15 minutes of my appointment time. The front office staff was very helpful, as well as the doctor.
August 12, 2026
5
Great office...the staff were professional and punctual. Dr Lava had prepared well. It was obvious that he had read my health records before coming into the room ,enabling him to talk about my health history without me having to explain it all over again. It was a good visit and I left feeling confident in his care and reassured.
July 10, 2026
5
Rebecca was great in getting my vitals, history & preparing my up to date info before Dr Lava. She is very professional and knowledgeable. Dr Lava was well prepared and I felt like he had studied my case & could offer the best path forward. He listened carefully and his communication was very clear. Overall an excellent run office. ?
May 24, 2026
5
We were throughly impressed with Dr Lava he showed genuine care in us. Thank you for being our physician.
May 17, 2026
5
They are the best Doctors in Wellstar. They are like family
May 13, 2026
5
Great practice. Dr. Lava is very patient oriented and take all time patients need for their care. Support staff office and sure Re excellent.
April 19, 2026
5
I have been visiting Wellstar Pulmonary for several years now and have always had a positive experience. I can't say enough about the front desk staff other than they treat me very well. Dr. Lava has been a great communicator with me even when I've been a bit "salty". He's answered my questions, given me professional advice and kept me on course even when I was on the fence. Thank you very much!
April 17, 2026
5
Would rather face-to-face but due to surgery unable to drive. This permitted me to receive care ask questions etc
April 17, 2026
5
One of the employees took the time to find an answer to my question. I truly appreciate it'
April 16, 2026
5
This practice, the staff from the receptionist onto the checkout, these people are top-notch. They make me feel like I matter and I highly, highly enjoy going to visit when I need to. And just a really, really good practice. Thank you.
March 20, 2026
5
No wait . Doctor was through and helpful.
March 18, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a great doctor. Front desk staff and nurses were wonderful.
February 27, 2026
5
Office clean and staff knowledgeable
February 26, 2026
5
He has been my Dr. since 10/2017. I plan on keeping him.
February 1, 2026
5
Always a pleasant, personal and professional experience.
January 10, 2026
5
The office staff was pleasant and very helpful. The doctor is always friendly and remembers both my wife and me and ask where we have been and where we are planning to go next.
January 5, 2026
5
Dr Lava ,his nurses and front desk and rear desk attendants are great. Love and respect them all
November 17, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is a caring compassionate man who makes you really feel like he cares. Thank you Dr. Lava.
November 5, 2025
5
I've always had a great experience here. The staff is always pleasant and Dr Lava never rushes the appointment. He explains things well and answers all questions carefully and completely.
November 5, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is so easy to talk to and he explains everything so well. Everyone in this office is so nice and I really appreciate DrLava and staff! Thank you!
October 11, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is always thorough and helpful. I appreciate that I don't feel rushed and he is listening and documenting our discussion.
September 30, 2026
5
Dr. Lava and Staff treated me professionally and personally! Took interest in my comments and provided input and guidance. Dr. Lava began the process of notifying the surgeon for my upcoming procedure of my current medical condition.
September 30, 2026
5
Friendly staff both at check-in and by nurse in exam room. Dr Lava has a great demeanor and took the time to ask questions and engage in dialog about recent medical history.
September 30, 2026
5
The staff and Dr Lava were very professional and courteous.
September 30, 2026
5
Dr Lava is professional, caring . I am blessed to have him as my Dr
September 26, 2026
5
Great experience
September 28, 2026
5
Dr Lava is great
September 25, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a very professional, kind, and compassionate individual. Rebecca, his assistant in the room was also very kind. The office staff was very pleasant and all had smiles on their faces. I was greeted when I walked into the office. Thank you for your kindness.
September 25, 2026
5
I had a wonderful experience starting with the nurse that assisted with following up with all my medication, then the doctor welcoming me as well as going through my CPAP, the numbers and letting me know that everything was good and I would see him again next year. Thank you very much for everything. Have a wonderful day.
August 12, 2026
5
Great office...the staff were professional and punctual. Dr Lava had prepared well. It was obvious that he had read my health records before coming into the room ,enabling him to talk about my health history without me having to explain it all over again. It was a good visit and I left feeling confident in his care and reassured.
July 10, 2026
5
Rebecca was great in getting my vitals, history & preparing my up to date info before Dr Lava. She is very professional and knowledgeable. Dr Lava was well prepared and I felt like he had studied my case & could offer the best path forward. He listened carefully and his communication was very clear. Overall an excellent run office. ?
May 24, 2026
5
We were throughly impressed with Dr Lava he showed genuine care in us. Thank you for being our physician.
May 17, 2026
5
They are the best Doctors in Wellstar. They are like family
May 13, 2026
5
Great practice. Dr. Lava is very patient oriented and take all time patients need for their care. Support staff office and sure Re excellent.
April 19, 2026
5
I have been visiting Wellstar Pulmonary for several years now and have always had a positive experience. I can't say enough about the front desk staff other than they treat me very well. Dr. Lava has been a great communicator with me even when I've been a bit "salty". He's answered my questions, given me professional advice and kept me on course even when I was on the fence. Thank you very much!
April 17, 2026
5
Would rather face-to-face but due to surgery unable to drive. This permitted me to receive care ask questions etc
April 17, 2026
5
One of the employees took the time to find an answer to my question. I truly appreciate it'
April 16, 2026
5
This practice, the staff from the receptionist onto the checkout, these people are top-notch. They make me feel like I matter and I highly, highly enjoy going to visit when I need to. And just a really, really good practice. Thank you.
March 20, 2026
5
No wait . Doctor was through and helpful.
March 18, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a great doctor. Front desk staff and nurses were wonderful.
February 27, 2026
5
Office clean and staff knowledgeable
February 26, 2026
5
He has been my Dr. since 10/2017. I plan on keeping him.
February 1, 2026
5
Always a pleasant, personal and professional experience.
January 10, 2026
5
The office staff was pleasant and very helpful. The doctor is always friendly and remembers both my wife and me and ask where we have been and where we are planning to go next.
January 5, 2026
5
Dr Lava ,his nurses and front desk and rear desk attendants are great. Love and respect them all
November 17, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is a caring compassionate man who makes you really feel like he cares. Thank you Dr. Lava.
November 5, 2025
5
I've always had a great experience here. The staff is always pleasant and Dr Lava never rushes the appointment. He explains things well and answers all questions carefully and completely.
November 5, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is so easy to talk to and he explains everything so well. Everyone in this office is so nice and I really appreciate DrLava and staff! Thank you!
October 11, 2025
4
Yes, I was very impressed upon entering the Wellstar Pulmonary Clinic. I was seen within 15 minutes of my appointment time. The front office staff was very helpful, as well as the doctor.
August 12, 2026
4
Yes, I was very impressed upon entering the Wellstar Pulmonary Clinic. I was seen within 15 minutes of my appointment time. The front office staff was very helpful, as well as the doctor.
August 12, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is always thorough and helpful. I appreciate that I don't feel rushed and he is listening and documenting our discussion.
September 30, 2026
5
Dr. Lava and Staff treated me professionally and personally! Took interest in my comments and provided input and guidance. Dr. Lava began the process of notifying the surgeon for my upcoming procedure of my current medical condition.
September 30, 2026
5
Friendly staff both at check-in and by nurse in exam room. Dr Lava has a great demeanor and took the time to ask questions and engage in dialog about recent medical history.
September 30, 2026
5
The staff and Dr Lava were very professional and courteous.
September 30, 2026
5
Dr Lava is professional, caring . I am blessed to have him as my Dr
September 26, 2026
5
Great experience
September 28, 2026
5
Dr Lava is great
September 25, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a very professional, kind, and compassionate individual. Rebecca, his assistant in the room was also very kind. The office staff was very pleasant and all had smiles on their faces. I was greeted when I walked into the office. Thank you for your kindness.
September 25, 2026
5
I had a wonderful experience starting with the nurse that assisted with following up with all my medication, then the doctor welcoming me as well as going through my CPAP, the numbers and letting me know that everything was good and I would see him again next year. Thank you very much for everything. Have a wonderful day.
August 12, 2026
5
Great office...the staff were professional and punctual. Dr Lava had prepared well. It was obvious that he had read my health records before coming into the room ,enabling him to talk about my health history without me having to explain it all over again. It was a good visit and I left feeling confident in his care and reassured.
July 10, 2026
5
Rebecca was great in getting my vitals, history & preparing my up to date info before Dr Lava. She is very professional and knowledgeable. Dr Lava was well prepared and I felt like he had studied my case & could offer the best path forward. He listened carefully and his communication was very clear. Overall an excellent run office. ?
May 24, 2026
5
We were throughly impressed with Dr Lava he showed genuine care in us. Thank you for being our physician.
May 17, 2026
5
They are the best Doctors in Wellstar. They are like family
May 13, 2026
5
Great practice. Dr. Lava is very patient oriented and take all time patients need for their care. Support staff office and sure Re excellent.
April 19, 2026
5
I have been visiting Wellstar Pulmonary for several years now and have always had a positive experience. I can't say enough about the front desk staff other than they treat me very well. Dr. Lava has been a great communicator with me even when I've been a bit "salty". He's answered my questions, given me professional advice and kept me on course even when I was on the fence. Thank you very much!
April 17, 2026
5
Would rather face-to-face but due to surgery unable to drive. This permitted me to receive care ask questions etc
April 17, 2026
5
One of the employees took the time to find an answer to my question. I truly appreciate it'
April 16, 2026
5
This practice, the staff from the receptionist onto the checkout, these people are top-notch. They make me feel like I matter and I highly, highly enjoy going to visit when I need to. And just a really, really good practice. Thank you.
March 20, 2026
5
No wait . Doctor was through and helpful.
March 18, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a great doctor. Front desk staff and nurses were wonderful.
February 27, 2026
5
Office clean and staff knowledgeable
February 26, 2026
5
He has been my Dr. since 10/2017. I plan on keeping him.
February 1, 2026
5
Always a pleasant, personal and professional experience.
January 10, 2026
5
The office staff was pleasant and very helpful. The doctor is always friendly and remembers both my wife and me and ask where we have been and where we are planning to go next.
January 5, 2026
5
Dr Lava ,his nurses and front desk and rear desk attendants are great. Love and respect them all
November 17, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is a caring compassionate man who makes you really feel like he cares. Thank you Dr. Lava.
November 5, 2025
5
I've always had a great experience here. The staff is always pleasant and Dr Lava never rushes the appointment. He explains things well and answers all questions carefully and completely.
November 5, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is so easy to talk to and he explains everything so well. Everyone in this office is so nice and I really appreciate DrLava and staff! Thank you!
October 11, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is always thorough and helpful. I appreciate that I don't feel rushed and he is listening and documenting our discussion.
September 30, 2026
5
Dr. Lava and Staff treated me professionally and personally! Took interest in my comments and provided input and guidance. Dr. Lava began the process of notifying the surgeon for my upcoming procedure of my current medical condition.
September 30, 2026
5
Friendly staff both at check-in and by nurse in exam room. Dr Lava has a great demeanor and took the time to ask questions and engage in dialog about recent medical history.
September 30, 2026
5
The staff and Dr Lava were very professional and courteous.
September 30, 2026
5
Great experience
September 28, 2026
5
Dr Lava is professional, caring . I am blessed to have him as my Dr
September 26, 2026
5
Dr Lava is great
September 25, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a very professional, kind, and compassionate individual. Rebecca, his assistant in the room was also very kind. The office staff was very pleasant and all had smiles on their faces. I was greeted when I walked into the office. Thank you for your kindness.
September 25, 2026
5
I had a wonderful experience starting with the nurse that assisted with following up with all my medication, then the doctor welcoming me as well as going through my CPAP, the numbers and letting me know that everything was good and I would see him again next year. Thank you very much for everything. Have a wonderful day.
August 12, 2026
4
Yes, I was very impressed upon entering the Wellstar Pulmonary Clinic. I was seen within 15 minutes of my appointment time. The front office staff was very helpful, as well as the doctor.
August 12, 2026
5
Great office...the staff were professional and punctual. Dr Lava had prepared well. It was obvious that he had read my health records before coming into the room ,enabling him to talk about my health history without me having to explain it all over again. It was a good visit and I left feeling confident in his care and reassured.
July 10, 2026
5
Rebecca was great in getting my vitals, history & preparing my up to date info before Dr Lava. She is very professional and knowledgeable. Dr Lava was well prepared and I felt like he had studied my case & could offer the best path forward. He listened carefully and his communication was very clear. Overall an excellent run office. ?
May 24, 2026
5
We were throughly impressed with Dr Lava he showed genuine care in us. Thank you for being our physician.
May 17, 2026
5
They are the best Doctors in Wellstar. They are like family
May 13, 2026
5
Great practice. Dr. Lava is very patient oriented and take all time patients need for their care. Support staff office and sure Re excellent.
April 19, 2026
5
I have been visiting Wellstar Pulmonary for several years now and have always had a positive experience. I can't say enough about the front desk staff other than they treat me very well. Dr. Lava has been a great communicator with me even when I've been a bit "salty". He's answered my questions, given me professional advice and kept me on course even when I was on the fence. Thank you very much!
April 17, 2026
5
Would rather face-to-face but due to surgery unable to drive. This permitted me to receive care ask questions etc
April 17, 2026
5
One of the employees took the time to find an answer to my question. I truly appreciate it'
April 16, 2026
5
This practice, the staff from the receptionist onto the checkout, these people are top-notch. They make me feel like I matter and I highly, highly enjoy going to visit when I need to. And just a really, really good practice. Thank you.
March 20, 2026
5
No wait . Doctor was through and helpful.
March 18, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a great doctor. Front desk staff and nurses were wonderful.
February 27, 2026
5
Office clean and staff knowledgeable
February 26, 2026
5
He has been my Dr. since 10/2017. I plan on keeping him.
February 1, 2026
5
Always a pleasant, personal and professional experience.
January 10, 2026
5
The office staff was pleasant and very helpful. The doctor is always friendly and remembers both my wife and me and ask where we have been and where we are planning to go next.
January 5, 2026
5
Dr Lava ,his nurses and front desk and rear desk attendants are great. Love and respect them all
November 17, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is a caring compassionate man who makes you really feel like he cares. Thank you Dr. Lava.
November 5, 2025
5
I've always had a great experience here. The staff is always pleasant and Dr Lava never rushes the appointment. He explains things well and answers all questions carefully and completely.
November 5, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is so easy to talk to and he explains everything so well. Everyone in this office is so nice and I really appreciate DrLava and staff! Thank you!
October 11, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is so easy to talk to and he explains everything so well. Everyone in this office is so nice and I really appreciate DrLava and staff! Thank you!
October 11, 2025
5
I've always had a great experience here. The staff is always pleasant and Dr Lava never rushes the appointment. He explains things well and answers all questions carefully and completely.
November 5, 2025
5
Dr. Lava is a caring compassionate man who makes you really feel like he cares. Thank you Dr. Lava.
November 5, 2025
5
Dr Lava ,his nurses and front desk and rear desk attendants are great. Love and respect them all
November 17, 2025
5
The office staff was pleasant and very helpful. The doctor is always friendly and remembers both my wife and me and ask where we have been and where we are planning to go next.
January 5, 2026
5
Always a pleasant, personal and professional experience.
January 10, 2026
5
He has been my Dr. since 10/2017. I plan on keeping him.
February 1, 2026
5
Office clean and staff knowledgeable
February 26, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a great doctor. Front desk staff and nurses were wonderful.
February 27, 2026
5
No wait . Doctor was through and helpful.
March 18, 2026
5
This practice, the staff from the receptionist onto the checkout, these people are top-notch. They make me feel like I matter and I highly, highly enjoy going to visit when I need to. And just a really, really good practice. Thank you.
March 20, 2026
5
One of the employees took the time to find an answer to my question. I truly appreciate it'
April 16, 2026
5
Would rather face-to-face but due to surgery unable to drive. This permitted me to receive care ask questions etc
April 17, 2026
5
I have been visiting Wellstar Pulmonary for several years now and have always had a positive experience. I can't say enough about the front desk staff other than they treat me very well. Dr. Lava has been a great communicator with me even when I've been a bit "salty". He's answered my questions, given me professional advice and kept me on course even when I was on the fence. Thank you very much!
April 17, 2026
5
Great practice. Dr. Lava is very patient oriented and take all time patients need for their care. Support staff office and sure Re excellent.
April 19, 2026
5
They are the best Doctors in Wellstar. They are like family
May 13, 2026
5
We were throughly impressed with Dr Lava he showed genuine care in us. Thank you for being our physician.
May 17, 2026
5
Rebecca was great in getting my vitals, history & preparing my up to date info before Dr Lava. She is very professional and knowledgeable. Dr Lava was well prepared and I felt like he had studied my case & could offer the best path forward. He listened carefully and his communication was very clear. Overall an excellent run office. ?
May 24, 2026
5
Great office...the staff were professional and punctual. Dr Lava had prepared well. It was obvious that he had read my health records before coming into the room ,enabling him to talk about my health history without me having to explain it all over again. It was a good visit and I left feeling confident in his care and reassured.
July 10, 2026
4
Yes, I was very impressed upon entering the Wellstar Pulmonary Clinic. I was seen within 15 minutes of my appointment time. The front office staff was very helpful, as well as the doctor.
August 12, 2026
5
I had a wonderful experience starting with the nurse that assisted with following up with all my medication, then the doctor welcoming me as well as going through my CPAP, the numbers and letting me know that everything was good and I would see him again next year. Thank you very much for everything. Have a wonderful day.
August 12, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is a very professional, kind, and compassionate individual. Rebecca, his assistant in the room was also very kind. The office staff was very pleasant and all had smiles on their faces. I was greeted when I walked into the office. Thank you for your kindness.
September 25, 2026
5
Dr Lava is great
September 25, 2026
5
Dr Lava is professional, caring . I am blessed to have him as my Dr
September 26, 2026
5
Great experience
September 28, 2026
5
The staff and Dr Lava were very professional and courteous.
September 30, 2026
5
Friendly staff both at check-in and by nurse in exam room. Dr Lava has a great demeanor and took the time to ask questions and engage in dialog about recent medical history.
September 30, 2026
5
Dr. Lava and Staff treated me professionally and personally! Took interest in my comments and provided input and guidance. Dr. Lava began the process of notifying the surgeon for my upcoming procedure of my current medical condition.
September 30, 2026
5
Dr. Lava is always thorough and helpful. I appreciate that I don't feel rushed and he is listening and documenting our discussion.
September 30, 2026
Michael Lava, MD
Pulmonologist with Wellstar since 2015
Rating
4.8
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Specialties
Pulmonary Medicine
, Critical Care Medicine
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
Emory University School of Medicine
Residency
Emory University School of Medicine
Fellowship
Emory University School of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulm American Board of Internal Medicine Critical Care
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital Wellstar Cobb Hospital Wellstar Kennestone Hospital Wellstar Douglas Hospital Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
Office Locations
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www.wellstar.org/physicians/michael-lava-md
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