
Dr. Carrie Dianne Chun MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd La Jolla CA, 92037About
Dr. Carrie Chun practices Pulmonology in La Jolla, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Chun 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
University of Washington School of Medicine 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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