Dr. Michael W Blatt M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
Medical Park Professional Ctr 1 S Wheeling WV, 26003About
Dr. Michael Blatt practices Pulmonology in Wheeling, WV. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Blatt 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
Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj 1975
Rutgers 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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