Dr. Alexander I Geyer M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1 Gustave L. Levy Place New York NY, 10029About
Dr. Alexander Geyer practices Pulmonology in New York, NY. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Geyer 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
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- Massachusetts General Hospital
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