Dr. Martha Ruth Morse MD, FAAP
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
7700 Floyd Curl San Antonio TX, 78229About
Dr. Martha Morse practices Pediatric Pulmonology in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Morse 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
Univ of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok 1980
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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