Dr. Rodney A Wertz MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
3621 22nd St Suite 400 Lubbock TX, 79410About
Dr. Rodney Wertz practices Pulmonology in Lubbock, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Wertz 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.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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