Dr. Joseph rey Cheng Dago-oc MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
315 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY TACOMA WA, 98405About
Dr. Joseph rey Dago-oc practices Pulmonology in Abington, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Dago-oc 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.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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