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Joseph R. Dago-Oc, MD

  • 4.9 / 5 (205 ratings)
Pulmonology
Accepting New Patients
MultiCare Provider
Location
316 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Suite 401, Tacoma, WA, 98405
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Joseph Dago-Oc, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who treats a range of pulmonary diseases such as lung cancer, pulmonary hypertension and cystic fibrosis. He has conducted extensive research on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and tuberculosis. In his free time, he enjoys watching sci-fi adventure movies, reading, cooking and playing with his kids.

The services Dr. Dago-Oc provides include:

  • Evaluation and management of pulmonary diseases
  • Critical care medicine
  • Pulmonary function testing
  • Evaluation and management of sleep disorders
  • Placement of intravenous monitoring catheters
Languages: English, Tagalog
Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine
Professional School: University of the Philippines
Residency: Abington Memorial Hospital
Fellowship: Drexel University College of Medicine
Medical Groups:
  • MultiCare Medical Partners
Practice Philosophy:

I approach each patient as an individual, believing that everyone deserves the best available health care. My goal is to make sure patients have a complete understanding of their pulmonary conditions and the options available to them. I am dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care and consider it an honor to serve our community.

  • 4.9 Provider showed concern
  • 4.9 Provider explained things clearly
  • 4.9 Provider included you in decisions
  • 4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
  • 4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5 (205 ratings, 41 comments)
  • Feb, 18 2026
    Excellent review of CT scan, fantastic communicator. Places client at ease. One of the best clinicians I've had contact with
  • Feb, 11 2026
    I have good rapport with Dr Dago-Oc and find him a good guide in living with what is a terminal disease
  • Jan, 29 2026
    Dr. Dago is absolutely the best. Very concerned and kind doctor.
  • Jan, 25 2026
    The doctor explained my test results and what they mean very well and went over my current treatment. He is friendly and understanding of my concerns.
  • Dec, 22 2025
    Breathing tests was very well done with care and friendly treatment.
  • Dec, 9 2025
    Dr Dago-Oc is always a pleasure to work with. He is very good with his patience. He is kind, knowledgeable, and well skilled. As long as he is practicing, there will be no need for us to have any other pulmonologist.
  • Dec, 3 2025
    My doctor provided treatment options to me and was thorough.
  • Nov, 19 2025
    Dr listened carefully, answered questions, and showed charts that showed test results. He also told us how to access needed information, and will share his results with Bob's other doctors.
  • Oct, 30 2025
    Dr. Dago is the best. Very kind, caring, and concerned. He listens to my problems. I truly appreciate his medical knowledge and kindness.
  • Oct, 23 2025
    I came away with a better understanding of my concerns.
  • Oct, 3 2025
    I appreciate this medical group, and extremely pleased with the care that they provide. I would highly recommend Dr. Dago to anyone. He is extremely experienced, caring, and professional. Most of all he listens to me and make sure I understand my care and explains future care plan to me. I would not treat this pulmonologist doctor for another ever
  • Sep, 27 2025
    I expressed concerns about the effects of a medication on my singing voice. He was knowledgeable about those effects, validated my concerns, and knew what to do to address them! Very impressive.
  • Sep, 26 2025
    I was excited about going to my pulmonary appointment and it was made even more wonderful by meeting Dr. Dago-oc. I'm extremely satisfied with having him as my pulmonologist. I can't imagine better. Everything I was hoping to have done, he agreed and it's exactly what I wanted.
  • Sep, 24 2025
    They were cognizant of my pain and treated me appropriately.
  • Sep, 11 2025
    I would definitely recommend this clinic. And the Doctor everyone was very professional. And one of those that all had a great smile at the front desk. And I really like that and the fact that 1 of the receptionists remember me. I thought that was good and just really pleasant.
  • Aug, 28 2025
    I really liked this doctor very knowledgeable and so kind. I haven't had a doctor like that in quite awhile, I am very lucky I was put on his schedule.
  • Aug, 20 2025
    Very professional and friendly. He is a listener and problem solver.
  • Jul, 24 2025
    I had a breathing test with your gal who is a pulmonary therapist 1st. She was awesome! She was a great example of excellence for anyone training for that job. She was friendly, great social skills, and communication. She was patient, and showed great confidence in her job! A+
  • Jun, 9 2025
    I am very happy with my care, I feel very listened to and very lucky to have such great Doctors, Nurses and PAs.
  • Jun, 7 2025
    Dr Dago is great. I trust him and that says a lot. Great doctor and professional always has a smile to greet you with just like the rest of his staff