Dr. Silpa Dhoma Krefft M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
72 E Concord St Evans, 124 Boston MA, 02118About
Dr. Silpa Krefft practices Pulmonology in Boston, MA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Krefft 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.
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