Dr. Larry Jefferson MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
6621 Fannin St Wt 6-006 Houston TX, 77030About
Dr. Larry Jefferson practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Houston, TX. Dr. Jefferson treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
Univ of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok 1976
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
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