Dr. Petham Muthuswamy M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
7531 South Stony Island Suite 169 Chicago IL, 60649About
Dr. Petham Muthuswamy practices Pulmonology in Chicago, IL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Muthuswamy 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
Stanley Medical College/University Hospital MD
Stanley Medical College/University Hospital 1971
Madras Medical College 1970
Stanley Medical College
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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