Dr. Merrill Ralph Nisam MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
100 A Drake's Landing Road Suite 225 Greenbrae CA, 94904About
Dr. Merrill Nisam practices Pulmonology in Greenbrae, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Nisam 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.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca 1980
University of California 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAwards
- University of California
- 2014 [415] Top Doctor, Marin Magazine
Treatments
- Lung Problems, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis And More
Professional Memberships
- Member American College of Chest Physicians
Fellowships
- California Pacific Medical Ctr - Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine
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- Dr. Guy Shir Livnat MD100a Drake's Landing Road Greenbrae CA 94904