Dr. Scott D Pethke M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4224 Houma Blvd Suite 600 Metairie LA, 70006About
Dr. Scott Pethke practices Pulmonology in Augusta, GA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Pethke 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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