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Dr. Barbara M Galko M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
31852 S Coast Hwy Suite 201 Laguna Beach CA, 92651About
Dr. Barbara Galko practices Pulmonology in Laguna Beach, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Galko 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
Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada 1980
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Effects of atenolol vs diltiazem on the haemodynamic effects of an inhaled beta 2-adrenoceptor agonist.
- Therapeutic use of respiratory stimulants. An overview of newer developments.
- Neuropsychological effects of short-term discontinuation of oxygen therapy. Observations in patients with chronic hypoxemia who are receiving long-term oxygen therapy.
- Ear oximetry during combined hypoxia and exercise.
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Practice At 31852 S Coast Hwy Suite 201
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