Dr. Paul J Laprad MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
335 Brighton Ave Suite 200 Portland ME, 04102About
Dr. Paul Laprad practices Pulmonology in Portland, ME. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Laprad 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
University of Wales in Great Britain 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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