Dr. Francis P Jamilla MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
11900 Southwest Hwy Palos Park IL, 60464About
Dr. Francis Jamilla practices Pulmonology in Palos Park, IL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Jamilla 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 The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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