Dr. Francisco Perez-guerra M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2401 S 31st St Temple TX, 76508About
Dr. Francisco Perez-guerra practices Pulmonology in Lewisville, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Perez-guerra 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 Puerto Rico School of Medicine 1960
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Awards
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine Fellow
- American College of Chest Physicians Fellow
Professional Memberships
- Member Pulmonary/Sleep Medicine Evaluations
- Fellow Teaching (s)
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