Dr. Glen W. Petersen M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2450 Ashby Ave Berkeley CA, 94705About
Dr. Glen Petersen practices Pulmonology in Berkeley, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Petersen 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 Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca 1973
University of California 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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