Dr. Milene Saavedra MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1400 Jackson St Denver CO, 80206About
Dr. Milene Saavedra practices Pulmonology in Aurora, CO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Saavedra 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.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Intensive Care, Cystic Fibrosis (cf)
Experience & Accolades
- Associate DirectorAdult Cystic Fibrosis Center
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