Dr. Peter Joseph Murphy M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
6660 Coyle Ave Suite 7 Carmichael CA, 95608About
Dr. Peter Murphy practices Pulmonology in Carmichael, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Murphy 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
National University Ireland MD
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain
University College Dublin School of Medicine and Medical Science 1970
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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