Dr. Bruce T Roberts MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
266 Joule St Alcoa TN, 37701About
Dr. Bruce Roberts practices Pulmonology in Alcoa, TN. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Roberts 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
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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