Dr. Harold W. Hughes M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4801 Alberta Ave El Paso TX, 79905About
Dr. Harold Hughes practices Pulmonology in El Paso, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Hughes 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 Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1986
Texas A&M University, TX 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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