Dr. Valentino Fj Fernandes M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2001 N Macarthur Blvd Suite 450 Irving TX, 75061About
Dr. Valentino Fernandes practices Pulmonology in Irving, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Fernandes 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 Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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