Dr. Philip D Carey MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
360 Alexander Spring Rd Carlisle PA, 17015About
Dr. Philip Carey practices Pulmonology in Carlisle, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Carey 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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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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