Dr. Cartrell James Cross M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1315 St. Joseph Parkway Suie 1005 Houston TX, 77002About
Dr. Cartrell Cross practices Pulmonology in Houston, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Cross 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- Pulmonary Disease
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