Dr. Guillermo Jose Ballarino M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2201 L St NW Washington DC, 20037About
Dr. Guillermo Ballarino practices Pulmonology in Danbury, CT. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Ballarino 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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