Dr. Richard D Shusterman M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1000 FLORAL VALE BLVD YARDLEY PA, 19067About
Dr. Richard Shusterman practices Pulmonology in Bristol, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Shusterman 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
Thomas Jefferson UniversityFellowship, Pulmonary Disease Medical College of Pennsylvania and HospitalMedical College of Pennsylvania and HospitalResidency, Internal Medicine Medical College of PennsylvaniaMedical School
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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