Dr. Alfonso J Martinez MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4911 S Arrowhead Drive Suite 201 Independence MO, 64055About
Dr. Alfonso Martinez practices Pulmonology in Independence, MO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Martinez 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
University of Pennsylvania, PA 1976
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