Dr. David E Thomas MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
7777 Hennessy Blvd Suite 406 Baton Rouge LA, 70808About
Dr. David Thomas practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Thomas treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La 1987
Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine 1987
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Pulmonology
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