Dr. Patricia A Lerwick MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
335 Brighton Ave Portland ME, 04102About
Dr. Patricia Lerwick practices Pulmonology in Portland, ME. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Lerwick 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
New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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