Dr. Katie Defore MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
225 E Jackson Ave Jonesboro AR, 72401About
Dr. Katie Defore practices Pulmonology in Jonesboro, AR. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Defore 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.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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