Ms. Elisa L Avik M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2823 Fresno St Suite A Fresno CA, 93721About
Dr. Elisa Avik practices Pulmonology in Fresno, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Avik 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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