Dr. Susan Kotake M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4200 E 9th Ave Suite 540 Denver CO, 80220About
Dr. Susan Kotake practices Pulmonology in Denver, CO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Kotake 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 Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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