Dr. Michael W Peterson MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
6311 N Fresno St Suite 106 Fresno CA, 93710About
Dr. Michael Peterson practices Pulmonology in Fresno, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Peterson 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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