Dr. Susan E. Sprau M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2222 Santa Monica Blvd Suite 203 Santa Monica CA, 90404About
Dr. Susan Sprau practices Pulmonology in Santa Monica, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Sprau 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
Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1978
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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