Dr. Alan Szeftel M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2001 Santa Monica Blvd 660w Santa Monica CA, 90404About
Dr. Alan Szeftel practices Pulmonology in Santa Monica, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Szeftel 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
Univ Of Cape Town- Fac Of Med- Cape Town- So Africa 1979
University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences 1979
University of Cape Town Faculty of Health Sciences 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
Provider Details
Treatments
- Allergies
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
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