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Francis Samaniego Chuidian

Francis Samaniego Chuidian, MD

Sleep MedicinePulmonology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • Tagalog
  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

About Francis Samaniego Chuidian

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Francis Samaniego Chuidian, M.D., practices pulmonary medicine at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila, and also completed his residency in internal medicine at SUNY Downstate Medical Center.

Centers and Institutes

Sleep Disorders Center at The Johns Hopkins Hospital

Locations

  1. Medical Arts Building - Columbia
    • 11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 201, Columbia, MD 21044
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: MedStar Health, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, 1993
  • Residency: SUNY Downstate College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1990
  • Medical Education: University of the Philippines College of Medicine, MD, 1984

Board Certifications

  • Critical Care Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2016
  • Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015

Insurance

Please contact the location directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • Aetna
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

202 ratings, 75 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Overall Rating by Patient
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    Dr Chiudian is excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    Dr. Chuidian is kind, considerate and compassionate.. So grateful he is my doctor.i

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/12/2026

    Dr Chuidian Is most welcoming, smiling and greeting his patients as If he Is really glad to see them. He Is thorough and professional. I trust his care plans for me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/12/2026

    The very best there is

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    I have been with Dr. Chuidian even before he started working with John Hopkins, and I will continue with him as long as he is around.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    I absolutely love my appointments with Dr. Chuidian! He is so kind. Very thorough and spends plenty of time with appointments.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Very knowledgeable. And is a good listener.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Dr Chuidian and I met in 2015 and has been my only pulmonologist. I developed a pulmonary condition at my place of employment. He supported me every step of the way, with input to my employer about accommodations and especially medication changes. We talk at every visit. I trust and appreciate him. [staff]

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Always a pleasant visit with Dr. Chuidian, he has my best interest for my health needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    My doctor was professional, informative, and attentive. He asked various questions and ordered testing to address my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    Dr. Chuidian is a kind, compassionate and knowledgeable physician who I am so grateful to have join my team of providers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Excellent care and very knowledgeable!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Great doctor

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    He acts very concerned

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    I was 15 minutes late to my appointment and was so very glad that Dr. Chuidian made time for my visit. In spite of my lateness to the appointment, I didn't feel the least bit rushed and I believe that the good doctor spent as much time as he would have, had I been on time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Dr Chuidian always provides excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr. Chuidian is not my primary doctor; I have seen him once a year since 2021. He is the best doctor on my long list of doctors at my age. He is an excellent professional, the best listener, respectful, and a lovely person. I would like to have more doctors like him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Good first visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Dr. Chuidian is personable and friendly. He takes the time to discuss in detail what his examination reveals. These characteristics make him an outstanding physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Great doctor explained everything to me and was very professional. I really like him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/31/2025

    I have been seeing Dr. Chuidian since 1996. He's the absolute best!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    He spent a lot of time with me. He even probed about my sleep habits and gave me printed information to take home and peruse.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Dr Chuidian is a wonderful physician he is knowledgeable, patient, kind and has my best interest at heart.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Dr. Chuidian is an excellent physician with outstanding bedside manner. He explained my condition and care very clearly, connected with me well, and had excellent rapport. I feel fortunate to have him care for me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Doctor was professional, thorough, friendly and answered all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Excellent job

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Dr. Chuidian was recommended to me by [staff]. Dr. Chuidian turned out to be all that she said and then some. He was thorough, kind, and funny!! I'm looking forward to having some breathing tests and seeing Dr. Chuidian again In the spring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    The Doctor Chuidian was very knowledgeable and helped me understand my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Dr Chuidian is very attentive and listens carefully. He is never rushed and answers all questions. He provides explanations for his choices which allows a patient to be engaged with their care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Somewhat difficult to understand, especially with wearing a mask.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Very personable very helpful caring took the time to explain things

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    The doctor knew all my history and informed me of a lot.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Best lung spec I've ever had

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Professional, caring & focus on patient care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Dr Chuidian

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    I have been a patient of Dr. Chuidian for many years. He demonstrates care and concern for my overall health...not just pulmonary functioning. He actively checks and responds timely to MyChart messages. He is an excellent provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    I thought Dr. Chuidian was very good! He took his time and listened. He seemed to genuinely care about solving the issue and my well being.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Dr. Chuidian is about the best Dr I've seen for sitting down with patient, taking his time, and explaining everything.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    I am being monitored for a spot on my lung. My provider is thorough, and explains clearly. He is also accessible and I feel tremendous gratitude and comfort.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Excellent doctot

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    The physician spoke too much and listened too little often speaking before I finished my first sentence.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    He's a good doctor and I would recommend him to anyone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Chuidian

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Very friendly and thorough physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Dr Chuidian has been pulmonologist for many years. As a lung cancer survivor he is the only doctor I trust to treat my lungs. He also diagnosed my emphysema and is guiding me through treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    We are so satisfied with his care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Very impressive with the visit and the doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Very knowledgeable, communication was prefect, friendly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    I have developed Asthma at my work place He has been treating and supporting the new and fearful breathing Issue for 10 years We talk a lot

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Always pleasant and answers all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Gently, good listener and very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Everybody was Very nice and respectful. Thank you .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    I have been seeing this provider for years and I only have the highest regards for him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Dr Chuidian was clear about his observations of CT. He was most kind as I arranged for a better copy of the latest CT

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    The doctor was thorough in explaining my condition to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Nothing but excellent service from Provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    The doc was excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    He is a great doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Always provides appropriate and updated information ,has a understanding of my condition and feelings and deals with them appropriately

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Dr Chuidian is such a phenomenal, consummate professional, expert in his field, and has wonderful, personable bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Dr. Chuidian is a thorough, professional and sympathetic doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    I always have a great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    Very good, kind doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Dr. Chuidian is very caring and friendly. He takes time to address your health issues and provides solutions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr.Chuidian is one of the best physicians I've ever had, and I have had, and continue to have, many. He's kind, thorough and considers all of my conditions when prescribing a medication or treatment. Would highly recommend

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    I was extremely pleased with my initial visit with Dr Francis Chuidian. He was professional, personable, had a great sense of humor $ compassionate nature. Wish all [staff] were as gracious as Dr. Chuidian.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    The doctor was very thorough and detailed in explaining my test results and what they meant concerning my health. The doctor answered all the questions my wife and I asked to our complete satisfaction.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Dr. Chuidian is very professional, thorough and patient focus.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Dr Chuidian was able to spend a good chunk of time with me; that was helpful because I hadn't seen him in a long time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    Knowledgeable, informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    This Doctor was very concerned about my systems and recommended different procedures that would help to improve my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Dr. Chuidian is the best physician on my care team, and I have many. He takes time to discuss concerns, not just about my pulmonary health, but how other health issues affect my overall health. Because he spends time with his patients to meet their needs, I do not mind appointments not starting exactly on time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Fine man! Excellent doctor! Very positive visit with a followup scheduled! Thank you!