
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Rick Sue and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
My practice has a team philosophy that strives to deliver comprehensive, expert care.
Specializing In
Interventional Pulmonary Medicine
Pulmonary Diseases
Interests & Activities
I enjoy running Marathons and spending time with my family.
Hospital Affiliations
Banner Gateway Medical Center
Banner Boswell Medical Center
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of California - Los Angeles, Pulmonary Disease, 2004
- Residency: University of Washington School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1997
- Medical School: University of California San Francisco, 1994
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2019
- Critical Care Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine, 2019
- Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease, 2019
- Neurology: United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties, 2010
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Locations
- Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, a department of Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
- 2946 East Banner Gateway Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85234
- phone: 480-256-6444
- fax: 480-256-3359
- Banner Gateway Medical Center - Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
- 2946 East Banner Gateway Drive, Suite A, Gilbert, AZ 85234
- phone: 480-256-6444
- fax: 480-256-3359
- Wyoming Medical Center
- 1233 East 2nd Street, Casper, WY 82601
- phone: 800-822-7201
- fax: 307-577-2203
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
90 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Best Dr i have ever dealt with. Genuine concern and care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Very personable Doctor, who explained my upcoming procedure so we understood everything. We have complete confidence in his ability, and trust the procedure will go fine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Staff and Doctor Sue were courteous and efficient. Doctor Sue has the skill of making his interaction with me comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Mom liked his bedside manner. Spoke kindly, clearly and slowly to her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
He's the best. He listens. He is supportive. He is understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
He is very knowledgeable and extremely personable. I have the utmost faith in him and his ability. I would recommend him and MD Anderson to everyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
He was kind, caring so knowledgeable , took time with me promptly ordered Pulmary function tests and he remembered me and greeted me warmly, his nurse was kind and also remembered me she's very good at intake, vitals and putting me at ease, was nice to my daughter, Dr. Sue is my Pulmonologist permanently
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
He is knowledgeable and spends time listening to you and explaining the options for treatments
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
He is an excellent physician! He explains everything and is extremely caring and compassionate!! He provides alternate options when other doctors had “given up”!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
Dr Sue is the best person I've dealt with at Banner. He is a very good Dr. He listens to me and is very understanding. He's been great! Couldn't say enough about him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
Pleasant and kind. Answered any questions I had and did not seem rushed at all. Great guy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
Very good communication/explained everything in simple terminology.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Very attentive and asked a lot of questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
He was very personable and answered all of my questions. He referred me to another surgeon and also the cardiopulmonary for a lung function test. He seems to understand my needs and urgency to take care of my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
Dr Sue is awesome. He is really great at explaining things and proactive in his research.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2025
Dr. Sue was very knowledgeable and was very thorough with his information. He understood me and seemed to want the best care for me going forward. He was also very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2025
He took the time to throughly explain the results of my PET scan, then preceded to give me clear option and made sure I understood all the information. He has an incredible down to earth knack of making a patient feel comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2025
He was very thorough in explaining my condition along with options for treatment. He listened with care and answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2025
He was kind, calm and listened well. He seemed truly interested in my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
I enjoyed our visit and his recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
Always exceeds expectations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2025
He is one of the most kind, caring doctors I have ever dealt with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2025
Dr. Sue, was awesome. Very professional, and we actually had a lot of fun, he is extremely friendly, and again treats you like family. Thank you Dr. Sue, a true professional!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Dr.,Sue is has a wonderful patient interface, very professional and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2025
Dr. Sue really cares about you about helping his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
He was very knowledgeable. Spent time to hear my story regarding tests I have had, Personal history. Able to schedule tests in a very timely manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2025
A very easy MD to talk to and he listened to everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
One of the most personable and calming doctors I've ever seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2024
Professional yet personal. Listened well to my husband, answered alll questions.nDid not hurry, took time to listen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2024
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2024
Dr. Sue's expertise, patient care, and kindness were sincerely appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2024
He asked pertinent questions, and provided meaningful answers to my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
He's very straight forward with honest opinions, makes patients feel very comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2024
Dr. Sue, the inventor of the Zephyr Valve is the best doctor I can have my procedure done by. Very caring, personable, attentive and gives his feedback, attention and options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Very nice doctor and listened to what I had to say.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2024
He gets it. He's a real person, treating a real person. He's also an amazing doctor with so much empathy and understanding, not to mention kind and gentle with a true sincerety, rarely seen these days. He is thorough and patient and extremely knowledgable. He is a blessing in the field.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2024
Dr. Sue is very knowledgeable about the subject matter that is affecting my health. He is always professional and takes time to explain everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Personable and knowledgeable. Made my issues clear.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
He explains things to you and gives you options. He is such a kind and gentle and caring doctor and I am so happy I have him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2024
Dr. Sue and staff exceeded my expectations. Good job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
He is just amazing. I wish all doctors were as knowledgeable as Dr. Sue. He also is so nice and goes out of his way to ensure you know and understand everything that is going on.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Really enjoyed my appointment with Dr. Sue. However, I had good news. I like his personality, explanation, manner, knowledge and care to plan for future visits. I trust his expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
Very professional, prompt, explained everything so that the patient could understand what he was telling me. Very caring doctor. Much appreciated!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2024
She was very professional and attentive. I really liked talking to her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2024
Very reassuring and listens
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2024
He was very friendly, but professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2024
Very personable and respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2024
He is knowledgeable, caring, and takes time to talk with the patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Excellent Dr. Kind, great communication, well prepared, straightforward with information - appreciated his style
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Dr. Sue was very knowledgeable and friendly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
He's very honest about telling you what really is going on with your body
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
He's a professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2024
Dr. Sue was absolutely amazing. He took his time, explained everything very well, And was extremely assuring I have full confidence in Dr. Sue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
He took time to listen to me. I felt like I needed really understood my when the appointment was over.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2024
Very professional and answers all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
He goes above and beyond, answering all my questions, my wife's questions. He takes his time with us.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2024
I think he is extremely capable physician. He spent about an hour with me and my wife explaining exactly what to expect from the entire procedure. We are both very impressed with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2025
It was a video call, the office had to cancel my appointment but, it was ok. I would have liked to have met him in person, but the phone was fine and he was friendly and he answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
Dr. Sue was personable and took time to explain test results and options for proceeding with my care. He was thorough, unhurried and answered all of my questions.
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