Dr. Anita Kadikar MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
13838 S 46th Pl Suite 210 Phoenix AZ, 85044About
Dr. Anita Kadikar practices Pulmonology in Phoenix, AZ. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Kadikar 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
The University of Western Ontario - Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry 1998
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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