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Dr. Nelson Tan Chao M.D.

Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease

5/5(37)
4 Corporate Dr Suite 268 Shelton CT, 06484
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Dr. Nelson Chao practices Pulmonology in Shelton, CT. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Chao 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

Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation MD

Philippine Muslim-Christian College 1982

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 35 years of experience

Treatments

  • Sinusitis
  • Asthma
  • Allergies
  • Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
  • Bronchitis
  • Pain
  • Vascular Disease

Dr. Nelson Tan Chao M.D.'s Practice location

Dr. Nelson Chao, Md

4 Corporate Dr Suite 268 -
Shelton, CT 06484
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New patients: 203-402-0377
Fax: 203-402-0772

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Patient Experience with Dr. Chao


5.0

Based on 37 reviews

Dr. Nelson Tan Chao M.D. has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 37 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Pulmonologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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