Dr. Ronald J Estes MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2240 Sutherland Ave Suite 103 Knoxville TN, 37919About
Dr. Ronald Estes practices Pulmonology in Knoxville, TN. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Estes 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
Univ of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl 1984
University of Central Florida College of Medicine 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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