Dr. Malvika Sagar MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
7 Hickory Shadows Dr Houston Texas, 77055About
Dr. Malvika Sagar practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Chester, PA. Dr. Sagar treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Fellowships
- Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center (Pediatric Pulmonology) (Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatrics
Hobbies / Sports
- Enjoys Driving
Favorite professional publications
- American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine
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