Baptist Health Welcomes New Pulmonary Specialist

Dr. Iram Nawaz joins Baptist Health Medical Group's Pulmonary & Critical Care team in Elizabethtown.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 11:11pm

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A highly detailed, ghostly X-ray image revealing the intricate internal structures of a human lung, conceptually representing the specialized medical expertise now available at Baptist Health.The addition of a new pulmonary specialist at Baptist Health expands access to critical respiratory care in the Elizabethtown community.Elizabethtown Today

Baptist Health Medical Group has welcomed Iram Nawaz, MD, FCCP, to its Pulmonary & Critical Care team in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Dr. Nawaz will provide care for patients with diseases and conditions of the chest and lungs, including pneumonia, COPD, and other respiratory issues.

Why it matters

The addition of Dr. Nawaz to the Baptist Health team expands access to specialized pulmonary care in the Elizabethtown area, helping to address the growing need for respiratory health services as the population ages.

The details

Dr. Nawaz is board-certified in pulmonary disease and critical care medicine. He will see patients at Baptist Health's Elizabethtown location, providing comprehensive care for a range of lung conditions.

  • Dr. Nawaz joined the Baptist Health Medical Group in April 2026.

The players

Baptist Health Medical Group

A network of healthcare providers and facilities operated by Baptist Health, a nonprofit healthcare system serving Kentucky and surrounding states.

Iram Nawaz, MD, FCCP

A board-certified pulmonary disease and critical care specialist who has joined Baptist Health's Pulmonary & Critical Care team in Elizabethtown.

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The takeaway

The addition of Dr. Nawaz to the Baptist Health team in Elizabethtown will help address the growing need for specialized pulmonary care in the region, providing residents with access to expert treatment for a range of respiratory conditions.