Dr. Kenneth B Smith M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4200 Houma Blvd Metairie LA, 70006About
Dr. Kenneth Smith practices Pulmonology in Metairie, LA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Smith 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
Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1973
Tulane University of Louisiana 1973
Tulane University School of Medicine 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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