Dr. Josef R Smith MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
6365 E Tanque Verde Rd #200 Tucson AZ, 85715About
Dr. Josef Smith practices Pulmonology in Tucson, AZ. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Smith 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
Northwestern Uniiversity 1951
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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