Dr. Guillermo V Amurao M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
269 PORTLAND WAY S GALION OH, 44833Rating
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Dr. Guillermo Amurao practices Pulmonology in Augusta, GA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Amurao 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 the Philippines Manila College of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Practice At 3623 J Dewey Gray Cir Suite 107
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