Dr. Mehdi Shelhamer D.O.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
Bldg 9040 Fitzsimmons Drive Tacoma WA, 98431About
Dr. Mehdi Shelhamer practices Pulmonology in Tacoma, WA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Shelhamer 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.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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Dr. Mehdi Shelhamer D.O.'s Practice location
Practice At Bldg 9040 Fitzsimmons Drive
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