Dr. Jorge Martin Mestas MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
13813 Metro Pkwy Fort Myers FL, 33912About
Dr. Jorge Mestas practices Pulmonology in Fort Myers, FL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Mestas 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
Baylor College of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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