Dr. James Christopher Mallen DO
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1415 Woodland Ave Suite 140 Des Moines IA, 50309About
Dr. James Mallen practices Pulmonology in Des Moines, IA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Mallen 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 Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences / College of Osteopathic Medicine 2011
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