Dr. Rong Shang Tu M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2340 S Highland Ave 230 Lombard IL, 60148About
Dr. Rong Tu practices Pulmonology in Lombard, IL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Tu 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
Kaohsiung Medical University 1967
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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