Dr. Bruce A Schwartz M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4321 Washington St Suite 6000 Kansas City MO, 64111About
Dr. Bruce Schwartz practices Pulmonology in Kansas City, MO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Schwartz 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
Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh 1976
Ohio State University College of Medicine 1976
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Awards
- 2008-2012 Kansas City Super Doctors
Professional Memberships
- Member Saint Luke's Care
Fellowships
- Med/Pulmonology, University of Minnesota Hospitals 1982
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