Dr. Irwin A Buchwald MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
One Hospital Drive Saints Memorial Medi Lowell MA, 01852About
Dr. Irwin Buchwald practices Pulmonology in Lowell, MA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Buchwald 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
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1966
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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