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Dr. Kathryn Akong MD, PHD

Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology

330 Lewis St Internal Medicine San Diego CA, 92103

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Dr. Kathryn Akong practices Pediatric Pulmonology in San Diego, CA. Dr. Akong 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

Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL 2001

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Asthma
  • Birth Defects
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
  • Cystic Fibrosis (cf)

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330 Lewis St Internal Medicine -
San Diego, CA 92103
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Practice At 8110 Birmingham Way

8110 Birmingham Way -
San Diego, CA 92123
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New patients: 858-622-8440, 858-966-5846

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