Dr. Erik J Iversen M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1222 Trotwood Ave Suite 605 Columbia TN, 38401About
Dr. Erik Iversen practices Pulmonology in Columbia, TN. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Iversen manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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