Dr. William T Faith M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
300 Steam Plant Rd Suite 300 Gallatin TN, 37066About
Dr. William Faith practices Pulmonology in Gallatin, TN. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Faith 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.
Education and Training
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1977
University of Louisville School of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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