About Dr. Gustavo Ferrer, MD – Pulmonologist & Critical Care Physician

Dr. Ferrer is a board-certified physician in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Internal Medicine. He trained at Texas Tech University and George Washington University, where he completed his fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine. As founder of the Cough Clinic at Cleveland Clinic Florida and Aventura Pulmonary Institute, Dr. Ferrer pioneered innovative approaches to chronic cough and respiratory care. His philosophy is rooted in personalized medicine — taking time to understand each patient’s story, environment, and goals. Dr. Ferrer has authored several acclaimed books (Cough Cures, Graceful Exit, Cura Tu Tos) and lectures internationally on pulmonary health, end-of-life care, and integrative medicine. He is a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP) and a recognized leader in respiratory innovation and patient advocacy.