
Ms. Elisa L Avik M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2823 Fresno St Suite A Fresno CA, 93721About
Dr. Elisa Avik practices Pulmonology in Fresno, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Avik 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.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. John D. Gasman MD7300 N Fresno St Fresno CA 93720
- Dr. Timothy M. Evans MD2828 Fresno St Fresno CA 93721
- Dr. Vijay Purushoth Balasubramanian MD2335 E KASHIAN LN STE 260 FRESNO CA 93701
- Dr. Kathryn L. Bilello MD2828 Fresno St Fresno CA 93721
- Dr. Daya Upadhyay M.D.2335 E KASHIAN LN STE 260 FRESNO CA 93701
- Dr. Michael W Peterson MD2335 E KASHIAN LN STE 260 FRESNO CA 93701
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7300 NORTH FRESNO ST FRESNO CA 93720