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Dr. James V Vest MD, Pulmonologist
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Dr. James V Vest MD

Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease

4600 Memorial Dr Suite 120 Belleville IL, 62226
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Dr. James Vest practices Pulmonology in Belleville, IL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Vest 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 Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo 1975

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

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Dr. James V Vest MD's Practice location

Practice At 4600 Memorial Dr Suite 120

4600 Memorial Dr Suite 120 -
Belleville, IL 62226
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New patients: 618-233-2220
Fax: 618-233-2555

54 HOSPITAL DR -
OSAGE BEACH, MO 65065
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New patients: 573-302-3199
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