Brooke Cox, PA-C

"Patient care is collaborative. Shared decision-making is key, and I will educate my patients, share my opinions and help them find treatment options to fit their lifestyle."

Board-certified physician assistant Brooke Cox sees patients at Beaufort Memorial Pulmonary Specialists in Beaufort. She focuses on general pulmonary care, including common lung conditions such as COPD and asthma.

Mrs. Cox combines her clinical expertise as a physician assistant with a strong commitment to building patient relationships, emphasizing shared decision-making and community-centered care.

Areas of Expertise

• Asthma — A condition in which the airways become inflamed, swollen and constricted, causing excessive mucous production, wheezing and shortness of breath.
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) — An ongoing condition that can cause inflammation and damage to the airways, making it difficult to breathe.
• Bronchiectasis — A chronic condition where the walls of your airways widen and thicken from inflammation and infection.
• Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) — A broad-based term for an often-progressive group of diseases that cause scarring (fibrosis) and stiffening of the lungs, making breathing difficult.
• Sleep Apnea — A disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Loud snoring and morning fatigue are symptoms.

Video Visits

Mrs. Cox offers virtual visits in certain circumstances for patient follow up. If interested, ask about the option when scheduling.

Background

Diagnosed with multiple autoimmune diseases during childhood, Mrs. Cox was attracted to medicine early. She’s drawn to problem-solving and consistently strives to understand the root cause of clinical issues. This curiosity paired with her passion for community led her to a career in healthcare.

A Virginia native, she has worked as a memory care caregiver and as a technician in physical therapy, exercise physiology and emergency medicine. Her diverse experience as a physician assistant across multiple specialties has built a strong foundation for her pulmonary care in the Lowcountry.

Mrs. Cox and her husband Tanner are both “foodies,” and they enjoy golf, traveling, staying active together and spending time with their golden retriever, Boone.

Awards and Honors

• Member, American Academy of Physician Assistants
• Member, Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants