About
Dr. David R. Duhamel graduated Cum Laude in biology from Georgetown University before earning his medical degree at Georgetown University Hospital, where he also served as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine. He completed his fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of California, San Diego. He holds the FCCP designation and serves as Clinical Associate Professor at Georgetown University Hospital.
Dr. Duhamel spent over two decades building a nationally recognized career in interventional pulmonology and oncology. He co-founded PMA Health, directed the Lung Cancer Center at Virginia Hospital Center, and directed Pulmonary Special Procedures at that same institution. He was the first physician to successfully perform Bronchial Thermoplasty for severe asthma and the first to administer the Zephyr Valve Procedure for advanced emphysema. He also authored the Clinical Atlas of Airway Diseases, a resource widely used among medical trainees. Castle Connolly and The Washingtonian have named him a Top Doctor multiple years running. At MD2 McLean, he focuses on primary care and whole-person health across every stage of life. Outside medicine, he enjoys woodworking, cabinet making, camping, backpacking with his children, and cooking.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Georgetown University, Biology (Cum Laude)
Medical School
Georgetown University Hospital
Residency
Internal Medicine (Chief Resident), Georgetown University Hospital
Fellowship
Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, University of California, San Diego
Additional Training
Clinical Associate Professor, Georgetown University Hospital; Author of the Clinical Atlas of Airway Diseases
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Duhamel right for?
Dr. Duhamel is an excellent fit for adults who want a primary care physician with rare depth in pulmonary and critical care medicine. Patients managing asthma, emphysema, lung cancer, or complex respiratory conditions benefit directly from his specialty background. He also serves patients who value emotional support and a physician who stays closely involved through every stage of health. His whole-person philosophy makes him a strong match for anyone seeking a long-term medical relationship built on trust and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Duhamel treats a broad range of primary care needs and brings specialized expertise in pulmonary conditions including asthma, emphysema, lung cancer, and complex respiratory disease. His background in interventional pulmonology and oncology means patients with advanced respiratory conditions receive highly informed primary care.
Dr. Duhamel holds the FCCP designation, which the American College of Chest Physicians awards to physicians who demonstrate excellence in pulmonary and critical care medicine. He trained in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine through a fellowship at the University of California, San Diego.
Dr. Duhamel was the first physician to successfully perform Bronchial Thermoplasty for severe asthma and the first to administer the Zephyr Valve Procedure for advanced emphysema. He also directed the Lung Cancer Center and Pulmonary Special Procedures at Virginia Hospital Center. Few primary care physicians bring that level of interventional and oncologic experience to everyday patient care.
Dr. Duhamel completed his undergraduate studies in biology at Georgetown University, graduating Cum Laude. He earned his medical degree at Georgetown University Hospital, where he also served as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine. He then completed a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of California, San Diego.
Yes, Dr. Duhamel holds a long-standing appointment as Clinical Associate Professor at Georgetown University Hospital. In that role, he mentors physicians in training in both the clinical and humanistic dimensions of medicine.
Dr. Duhamel authored the Clinical Atlas of Airway Diseases, a reference widely used by medical students and trainees. The work reflects his depth of knowledge in respiratory medicine and his commitment to advancing medical education.
Dr. Duhamel focuses on caring for the whole person, not just managing episodic illness. He partners closely with each patient to support long-term health and wellness. He brings his pulmonary expertise to bear when relevant while remaining a consistent, emotionally available presence throughout every stage of a patient's health journey.
Castle Connolly and The Washingtonian have named Dr. Duhamel a Top Doctor across multiple years. These honors reflect recognition from both peer physicians and respected health journalism for his clinical excellence and patient care.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026