Dr. Alex David Russakoff M.D., Pulmonologist
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Dr. Alex David Russakoff M.D.

Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease

4220 GAINES MILL CIR MOUNTAIN BRK AL, 35213
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Dr. Alex Russakoff practices Pulmonology in MOUNTAIN BRK, AL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Russakoff 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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MOUNTAIN BRK, AL 35213
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