Dr. Robert David Herscowitz M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
5216 Dawes Ave Alexandria VA, 22311About
Dr. Robert Herscowitz practices Pulmonology in Alexandria, VA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Herscowitz 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
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1990
Georgetown University School of Medicine 1990
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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