Dr. John William Dircks M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
601 John St Box 74 Kalamazoo MI, 49007About
Dr. John Dircks practices Pulmonology in Kalamazoo, MI. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Dircks 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
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1968
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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