Gary B Lum MD
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
8338 Summa Ave Suite 100 Baton Rouge LA, 70809About
Dr. Gary Lum is a radiologist practicing in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Lum specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Univ of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al 1980
University of South Alabama College of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR- Neuroradiology
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