Dr. Andrea G. Espinoza, MD, FCCP
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1990 Industrial Blvd Houma LA, 70363About
Dr. Andrea Espinoza practices Pulmonology in Houma, LA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Espinoza 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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Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans 2000
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 2000
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