Dr. Dwight M Spearman D.O.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
211 Ana Dr Florence AL, 35630About
Dr. Dwight Spearman practices Pulmonology in Florence, AL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Spearman 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
Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine 2000
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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