Rafael A Martinez M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2329 Crestover Lane Bldg. 3 Suite 101, 102 Wesley Chapel FL, 33544About
Dr. Rafael Martinez practices Pulmonology in TAMPA, FL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Martinez 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 Zaragoza School of Medicine MD 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor College of Nursing Univ of South Florida 2018 - 2018
Treatments
- Sleep Disorder Treatment
- Allergy Testing and Immunotherapy
- Bronchial Thermoplasty
- Bronchoscopy
- COPD Clinic
- Electromagnetic Navigation Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound
- Flexible Rhinoscopy
- Pulmonary Function Tests
- Lung Cancer Screening
Professional Memberships
- American College of Physicians, Florida Chapter
- American College of Chest Physicians
Fellowships
- University District Hospital, San Juan University of Puerto Rico Pulmonary Medicine
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Judeo Christian Clinic
Experience & Accolades
- Professional MemberAmerican College of Chest Physicians
- Professional MemberAmerican College of Physicians
- Professional MemberAmerican College of Research Professionals
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Nearby Providers
- Dragos G Zanchi M.D2329 Crestover Lane Wesley Chapel FL 33544