Dr. Gregory L Hirsch MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
488 E Valley Pkwy Suite 314 Escondido CA, 92025About
Dr. Gregory Hirsch practices Pulmonology in Escondido, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Hirsch 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
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1978
University of California 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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