Dr. Nasser Zakieh M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
10837 S Cicero Ave Suite 300 Oak Lawn IL, 60453About
Dr. Nasser Zakieh practices Pulmonology in Oak Lawn, IL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Zakieh 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
University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria Medicine
University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma, Intensive Care, Lung Problems And More
Fellowships
- University of Louisville, Louisville, KY 2001
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