Dr. Carmen Anthony Fratto M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
407 Westside Blvd Catonsville MD, 21228About
Dr. Carmen Fratto practices Pulmonology in Catonsville, MD. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Fratto 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
University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools 1962
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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