Dr. Philip S Perret M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
614 W Saint Mary Blvd Lafayette LA, 70506About
Dr. Philip Perret practices Pulmonology in Lafayette, LA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Perret 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
Emory University School Of Medicine 1974
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