Dr. Michael A Pritchett D.O.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
205 Page Rd Pinehurst NC, 28374About
Dr. Michael Pritchett practices Pulmonology in Pinehurst, NC. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Pritchett 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
Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 2006
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease- 2007
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine- 2010
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- Member American Association of Bronchology
- Member Society of Critical Care Medicine
- Member American Osteopathic Association
- Member American Thoracic Society
- Member American College of Chest Physicians
- Member American Osteopathic Association, DO
Fellowships
- St. Elizabeth's Medical Center - Tufts University, Pulmonary Diseases & Critical Care Medicine, MA, USA 2008
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