Dr. Kelvin D Macdonald M.D., R.R.T.
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
707 Sw Gaines St Cdrcp Portland OR, 97239About
Dr. Kelvin Macdonald practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Portland, OR. Dr. Macdonald treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
Saba University / School of Medicine 2001
Saba University School of Medicine 2001
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Pulmonology
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Treatments
- Asthma
- Birth Defects
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Cystic Fibrosis (cf)
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