Dr. Ellis I Wilcox MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
409 39th St Union City NJ, 07087About
Dr. Ellis Wilcox practices Pulmonology in Union City, NJ. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Wilcox 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
Saint George`s University / School of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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