Dr. Maher K Kefri MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
3014 Tamiami Trl Port Charlotte FL, 33952About
Dr. Maher Kefri practices Pulmonology in Port Charlotte, FL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Kefri 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 Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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