Dr. James Lee Jackson MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
101 Medical Heights Dr Suite M Frankfort KY, 40601Rating
4/5
About
Dr. James Jackson practices Pulmonology in Frankfort, KY. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Jackson 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
Univ of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1978
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1978
Provider Details
Treatments
- Emphysema
- Sleep Apnea
- Hiatal Hernia
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Bronchiectasis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
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727 HOSPITAL DRIVE SHELBYVILLE KY 40065GEORGETOWN COMMUNITY HOSPITALl
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