Dr. Alvin V Thomas MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2041 Georgia Ave Nw Washington DC, 20060About
Dr. Alvin Thomas practices Pulmonology in Washington, DC. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Thomas 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
Howard University Medical School MD
Howard University College of Medicine 1966
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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