Dr. Jackie Klein Lefferts M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
3412 Duck Ave Key West FL, 33040About
Dr. Jackie Lefferts practices Pulmonology in Key West, FL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Lefferts 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
Technological University Of Santiago 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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