Dr. Thomas K Chan MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
198 Canal Street Suite 602 New York NY, 10013About
Dr. Thomas Chan practices Pulmonology in New York, NY. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Chan 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
Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia Pa 1987
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 1987
Medical College Of Penn
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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