Dr. John R. Van kirk M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
200 Scenery Dr State College PA, 16801About
Dr. John Van kirk practices Pulmonology in State College, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Van kirk 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
MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) 1997
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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