About
Kenneth Bookman, MD brings Yale-trained pulmonary expertise to his Naples, Florida practice. He completed both his residency and fellowship at Yale School of Medicine. His medical school training took place at The Technion - Israel Institute of Technology. He holds board certification and specializes in internal medicine, pulmonary medicine, critical care, and sleep medicine.
Dr. Bookman has practiced in Naples since 2005. He previously served as Chairman of Medicine at Naples Community Hospital and as Medical Director of Landmark Hospital. His peers recognized him as a Top Doctor in the April 2018 issue of Naples Illustrated. He is passionate about early diagnosis, catching gradual disease processes before treatment options narrow. He evaluates and manages a wide range of conditions, including COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary nodules, sleep apnea, and chronic cough. Patients describe him as a great listener who takes time to answer every question.
Education & Training
Medical School
The Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Residency
Yale School of Medicine
Fellowship
Yale University School of Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Bookman right for?
Dr. Bookman is a strong fit for adults dealing with respiratory conditions like COPD, asthma, or chronic cough. Patients managing sleep apnea or seeking a sleep evaluation benefit from his dedicated sleep medicine expertise. Those with complex or overlapping conditions, such as pulmonary fibrosis alongside diabetes or hypertension, benefit from his internal medicine background. Patients who want a physician who listens carefully and builds care plans collaboratively will feel at home here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bookman treats a broad range of respiratory and internal medicine conditions. These include COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary nodules, sleep apnea, and chronic cough. He also manages high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. His training in critical care allows him to handle complex and overlapping conditions.
Yes, Dr. Bookman holds board certification as a physician. He specializes in internal medicine, pulmonology, and preventive medicine. He completed his residency and fellowship at Yale School of Medicine.
Dr. Bookman earned his medical degree from The Technion - Israel Institute of Technology. He then completed both his residency and fellowship at Yale School of Medicine. That Yale training forms the clinical foundation of his practice in Naples.
Dr. Bookman has practiced medicine in Naples, Florida since 2005. Over nearly two decades, he has built deep familiarity with the local environment and its respiratory challenges, including pollen, mold, and humidity.
Yes, Dr. Bookman previously served as Chairman of Medicine at Naples Community Hospital. He also served as Medical Director of Landmark Hospital. His peers recognized him as a Top Doctor in the April 2018 issue of Naples Illustrated.
Dr. Bookman uses spirometry and pulmonary function testing to evaluate respiratory conditions. He also conducts both in-office and at-home sleep studies for patients with suspected sleep apnea. These diagnostics help him catch disease processes early, before treatment options narrow.
Yes, Dr. Bookman builds every care plan together with his patients. He believes patients and physician should develop treatment strategies as partners. Patients consistently describe him as a thorough listener who takes time to answer every question.
Yes, sleep medicine is one of Dr. Bookman's core specialties. He evaluates and treats sleep apnea using in-office and at-home sleep studies. He also manages CPAP therapy and oxygen therapy for patients who need ongoing support.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026