Dr. Shannon L Byrd MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1120 E Weisgarber Rd Suite 201 Knoxville TN, 37909About
Dr. Shannon Byrd practices Pulmonology in Knoxville, TN. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Byrd 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
Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1992
Tulane University School of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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