Dr. David J Shaz MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
550 Peachtree St Mot 6th Floor Emory Atlanta GA, 30308About
Dr. David Shaz practices Pulmonology in Atlanta, GA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Shaz 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
Boston University School of Medicine 1996
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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