Dr. Yogesh Shrestha MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2222 N Nevada Ave Suite 4004 Colorado Springs CO, 80907About
Dr. Yogesh Shrestha practices Pulmonology in Colorado Springs, CO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Shrestha 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
Saint Louis University School of Medicine 2007
Amur State Medical Academy
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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