Dr. Bruce Lance Ackerman D.O.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
6446 Broadway Blvd Garland TX, 75043About
Dr. Bruce Ackerman practices Pulmonology in Garland, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Ackerman 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences DO
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine 1973
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Failure
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Dementia
- Vascular Disease
Experience & Accolades
- MemberDallas Regional Medical Center, Mesquite, TX
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