Dr. Benjamin F Walton M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
201 4th St Suite 1a Alexandria LA, 71301About
Dr. Benjamin Walton practices Pulmonology in Alexandria, LA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Walton 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
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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