Dr. Keely G Smith M.D.
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
6410 Fannin St 500 Houston TX, 77030About
Dr. Keely Smith practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Houston, TX. Dr. Smith treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
University Of Texas Medical School at Houston 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Cystic Fibrosis (cf)
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
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