
Dr. Farbod Nicholas Rahaghi M.D., PH.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
7636 Parma Ln San Diego CA, 92126About
Dr. Farbod Rahaghi practices Pulmonology in San Diego, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Rahaghi 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.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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