Dr. Aamir Ahmed Faruqui MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2121 Ygnacio Valley Rd Suite E 104 Walnut Creek CA, 94598About
Dr. Aamir Faruqui practices Pulmonology in Walnut Creek, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Faruqui 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
Indiana University School of Medicine
Aga Khan University Medical College 1991
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