Dr. James V Vest MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4600 Memorial Dr Suite 120 Belleville IL, 62226About
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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