Dr. Prashant K Mukerjee M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1503 Lansdowne Ave Suite 3007 Darby PA, 19023About
Dr. Prashant Mukerjee practices Pulmonology in Darby, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Mukerjee 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
Gajra Raja Medical College, Jiwaji University MD
Gajra Raja Medical College 1962
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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