Dr. Kelvin K Shiu D.O.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1425 S Main St Walnut Creek CA, 94596About
Dr. Kelvin Shiu practices Pulmonology in Walnut Creek, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Shiu 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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New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine DO
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine / New York Institute of Technology 2001
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