Dr. James Kenneth Lanz MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
5200 Centre Ave Suite 203 Pittsburgh PA, 15232About
Dr. James Lanz practices Pulmonology in Pittsburgh, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Lanz 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
University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus 1985
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1985
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