Barbara B Carpenter, APRN

Norton Pulmonary Specialists, formerly known as Chest Medicine Associates and Kentuckiana Pulmonary Associates, is a leading group of board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians specializing in the treatment of lung diseases in Louisville and Southern Indiana. With seven convenient locations in the Louisville area and Southern Indiana, they offer advanced technology and minimally invasive diagnostics and treatment options, including robotic-assisted bronchoscopy, for patients with asthma, COPD, emphysema, and other pulmonary conditions. Working closely with referring physicians, including pediatricians, Norton Pulmonary Specialists provide comprehensive pulmonary care and respiratory management for critical care patients at Norton Audubon Hospital, Norton Brownsboro Hospital, and Norton Hospital. Their pulmonary rehabilitation program, certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, is available at three locations in Louisville. Accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and major commercial insurance plans, they prioritize patient communication and convenience through their free Norton MyChart account, allowing patients to manage appointments, refill prescriptions, and communicate with their providers anytime, anywhere.Generated from the website

Rebecca Dentinger Brauner is a nurse practitioner with Norton Pulmonary Specialists who manages the care of patients with lung and sleep issues. Rebecca was born and raised in Louisville. She attended the University of Kentucky for her undergraduate nursing degree and the University of Louisville for her Master's in nursing. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Rebecca worked as an intensive care unit nurse for many years. Rebecca was inspired to work in the field of pulmonary medicine due to her own personal experiences with family members who have lung disease, as well as her professional experiences as a nurse working with pre- and post-lung transplant patients. Her goal as a provider is to deliver the best care possible and ultimately help improve the patient's quality of life.