Dr. Nancy L Brecheisen M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
5301 Faraon St Suite 210 Saint Joseph MO, 64506About
Dr. Nancy Brecheisen practices Pulmonology in Saint Joseph, MO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Brecheisen 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 Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1992
University of Wales in Great Britain 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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- Univ. of Virginia School of Med, Charlottesville, VA
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