Dr. Patrick J Tangney MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1 Medical Center Dr Biddeford ME, 04005About
Dr. Patrick Tangney practices Pulmonology in Biddeford, ME. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Tangney 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
Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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