Dr. Prakash Vaishnav M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
12820 S Ridgeland Ave Suite B Palos Heights IL, 60463About
Dr. Prakash Vaishnav practices Pulmonology in Palos Heights, IL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Vaishnav 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
Indiana University School of Medicine 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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