Dr. Carolyn D. Welty M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2501 Ocean Ave San Francisco CA, 94143About
Dr. Carolyn Welty practices Pulmonology in San Francisco, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Welty 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
Univ of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Fellowships
- Carney Hospital in Boston 1985
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