Dr. Matthew Thomas Lester M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1901 VETERANS MEMORIAL DR. TEMPLE TX, 76504About
Dr. Matthew Lester practices Pulmonology in Houston, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Lester 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
Texas A&M University, TX 2006
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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