Dr. Carl A. Kaplan M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
3660 Vista Saint Louis MO, 63110About
Dr. Carl Kaplan practices Pulmonology in Saint Louis, MO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Kaplan 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 Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct 1983
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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