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Pulaski (18.99 mi)

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38478 (1) (18.54 mi)
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  • A C Heflin Jr, MD

    A C Heflin Jr, MD

    Distance: 18.99 mi
    1265 E COLLEGE ST
    PULASKI, TN 38478
  • Luther F Corley III, MD 70 PointsWellness Points are earned by providers who customize their profile, earn and reply to reviews or publish useful content. Learn More

    Luther F Corley III, MD

    Distance: 25.92 mi
    600 ST.CLAIR AVE BLDG #8 STE 22
    HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
  • William A McCrory, MD 50 PointsWellness Points are earned by providers who customize their profile, earn and reply to reviews or publish useful content. Learn More

    William A McCrory, MD

    Distance: 25.92 mi
    4800 Whitesport Circle
    HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
  • Keith P Young, MD 50 PointsWellness Points are earned by providers who customize their profile, earn and reply to reviews or publish useful content. Learn More

    Keith P Young, MD

    Distance: 25.92 mi
    930 FRANKLIN ST SE STE 110
    HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
  • Luther F Corley III, MD

    Luther F Corley III, MD

    Distance: 25.92 mi
    600 St. Clair Ave.
    Bldg. 8, Ste. 22
    HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
  • William R Humphrey, MD

    William R Humphrey, MD

    Distance: 25.92 mi
    600 ST.CLAIR AVE BLDG #8 STE 22
    HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
  • Milton P Legrand, MD

    Milton P Legrand, MD

    Distance: 25.92 mi
    600 ST.CLAIR AVE BLDG #8 STE 22
    HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
  • Robert A Serio, MD

    Robert A Serio, MD

    Distance: 25.92 mi
    600 ST.CLAIR AVE BLDG #8 STE 22
    HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
  • Nour A Karzoun, MD

    Nour A Karzoun, MD

    Distance: 29.75 mi
    1407 N LOCUST AVE STE 3
    LAWRENCEBURG, TN 38464

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Pulaski (18.99 mi)

Pulmonologist Info

Pulmonologist Summary:
A Pulmonologist is an internal medicine physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions and diseases of the cardio-pulmonary system. A Pulmonologist treats any part of the body that is involved in the breathing process and bringing oxygen into and out of the body.

Education and training: A Pulmonologist is required to finish four years of medical school followed by three years in a residency program. Another two years in direct contact with patients must then be completed. Once this is done, an Internal Medical Board Certification exam must be passed.


Pulmonologist FAQs:
What is a Pulmonologist?
A Pulmonologist is a physician who has been trained to treat the lungs and diseases associated with the respiratory tract. A Pulmonologist can work in a hospital, clinic, or in private practice.

When would one need to see a Pulmonologist?
A Pulmonologist treats asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, pneumonia, lung cancer and other respiratory conditions.

What types of procedures does a Pulmonologist perform?
A Pulmonologist can run tests on the lungs and prescribe medications and equipment such as oxygen and ventilators.

What are the different types of lung cancer?
There are 3 kinds of lung cancer:
Non-small cell lung cancer: This is the most common type of cancer that originates in the lungs
Small cell lung cancer: This is a more aggressive form of cancer, but it responds better to chemotherapy and radiation than non-small cell lung cancer. It is the most common kind of caner found in smokers and ex-smokers.
Metastasized cancer: Cancer that has spread from other parts of the body to the lungs.


Pulmonologist Related Terms:
lungs, lung disease, lung cancer, pulmonology, breathing, breathing problems, lung cancer, pulmonary system, asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, pleurisy, sleep apnea, sleep studies, allergies