Dr. Michael Jeffrey Barkoviak M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
11133 Dunn Rd Suite 2335 Saint Louis MO, 63136About
Dr. Michael Barkoviak practices Pulmonology in Saint Louis, MO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Barkoviak 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
Rush Med Coll of Rush Univ, Chicago Il 1988
Rush Medical
Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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- Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center
- Rush Presbyterian-St. Lukes Medical Center, Program 1
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