Dr. Douglas W Martin MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
593 Eddy St Apc 7 Providence RI, 02903About
Dr. Douglas Martin practices Pulmonology in Providence, RI. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Martin 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- 2006
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease- 2009
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Fellowships
- Rhode Island Hospital, Brown University, Alpert Medical School
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