Dr. David R. Thrasher M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1440 Narrow Lane Pkwy Montgomery AL, 36111About
Dr. David Thrasher practices Pulmonology in Montgomery, AL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Thrasher 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 Alabama School of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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