Dr. Steven Hilburn MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
8715 Village Dr Suite 514 San Antonio TX, 78217About
Dr. Steven Hilburn practices Pulmonology in San Antonio, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Hilburn 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
Indiana University School of Medicine 2005
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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