About
George E. Green, MD, FCCP, is a board-certified internist and pulmonologist serving patients in Gilroy, California. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California, Irvine in 1974. He completed his medical training at Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara and Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, earning his Doctorate of Medicine in 1980. Dr. Green completed his internship, residency, and fellowship at the Long Beach Veterans Administration Medical Center affiliated with UC Irvine. He served as Chief Medical Resident in 1983 and 1984, then earned his fellowship in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care in 1986. He holds Diplomate status from the American Board of Internal Medicine, the American Board of Pulmonary Diseases, and the American Board of Critical Care Medicine. The American College of Chest Physicians named him a Fellow in 1992.
Dr. Green has served Saint Louise Regional Hospital in multiple leadership roles. He has directed Respiratory Care there since 1991 and Critical Care since 1993. He joined the hospital's Board of Directors in 2004 and became a Foundation Trustee in 2006. He also serves as Medical Director at Pacific Hills Manor Skilled Facility and Medical Director of Pulmonary Rehab at Gilroy Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Saint Louise Regional Hospital named him Doctor of the Year in 2005. The Morgan Hill Times and The Gilroy Dispatch each recognized him as South County Physician of the Year in 2002 and 2003. He speaks both English and Spanish. Dr. Green believes in building a true partnership with his patients, spending time listening and crafting individualized, long-term care plans.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of California, Irvine, CA - Bachelor of Science, Biology 1974
Medical School
Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico (1977); Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, East Lansing, MI - Doctorate of Medicine (1980)
Residency
Long Beach Veterans Administration Medical Center, University of California, Irvine, CA (1981-1983); Chief Medical Resident (1983-1984)
Fellowship
Long Beach Veterans Administration Medical Center, University of California, Irvine, CA - Pulmonary Disease/Critical Care (1984-1986)
Additional Training
Internship: Long Beach Veterans Administration Medical Center, University of California, Irvine, CA (1980-1981)
Certifications
Languages
Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Green right for?
Dr. Green is a strong fit for adults seeking primary care with specialized pulmonary expertise. Patients managing respiratory conditions, chronic lung disease, or critical illness histories benefit from his depth of training. He works well with patients who want a physician focused on long-term health goals rather than episodic treatment. Spanish-speaking patients will find he communicates fluently in their language. Those who value consistent, direct access to their physician will appreciate his after-hours availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Green specializes in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, and critical care medicine. He holds board certifications in all three areas. His clinical work spans preventive primary care and complex respiratory conditions.
Yes. Dr. Green holds Diplomate certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine, the American Board of Pulmonary Diseases, and the American Board of Critical Care Medicine. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians.
Dr. Green completed his internship, residency, and fellowship at the Long Beach Veterans Administration Medical Center, affiliated with the University of California, Irvine. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in 1980. He served as Chief Medical Resident in 1983 and 1984 before completing his pulmonary and critical care fellowship in 1986.
Yes. Pulmonary disease and respiratory care are central to Dr. Green's clinical expertise. He has directed Respiratory Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation at Saint Louise Regional Hospital for decades. He also serves as Medical Director of Pulmonary Rehab at Gilroy Healthcare and Rehabilitation.
Yes. Dr. Green speaks Spanish and can conduct appointments in Spanish for patients who prefer it.
Dr. Green focuses on treating the whole patient, not just the immediate problem. He builds individualized care plans centered on long-term health goals. He believes a strong doctor-patient partnership starts with spending time and genuinely listening.
Dr. Green has received several regional and institutional honors. Saint Louise Regional Hospital named him Doctor of the Year in 2005 and presented him with the Daughters of Charity Vincentian Spirit Award in 2012. Both The Morgan Hill Times and The Gilroy Dispatch recognized him as South County Physician of the Year in 2002 and 2003.
Dr. Green holds several leadership positions at Saint Louise Regional Hospital. He serves as Director of Respiratory Care, Director of Critical Care, a Board of Directors member, a Foundation Trustee, and Director of Pulmonary Rehabilitation. He also serves as Medical Director at Pacific Hills Manor Skilled Facility and at Gilroy Healthcare and Rehabilitation's pulmonary rehab program.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026