Dr. Muge M Erkan M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
103 Garland Street Pulmonary Assoc. Bos Everett MA, 02149About
Dr. Muge Erkan practices Pulmonology in Everett, MA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Erkan 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
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 1990
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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