Dr. John R Holcomb M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4410 Medical Dr Suite 440 San Antonio TX, 78229About
Dr. John Holcomb practices Pulmonology in San Antonio, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Holcomb 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 Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar 1985
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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