Dr. Michael Harrison MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4100 Lake Dr Se Suite 200 Grand Rapids MI, 49546About
Dr. Michael Harrison practices Pulmonology in Grand Rapids, MI. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Harrison 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
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1990
Wayne State University School of Medicine 1990
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