Dr. Joi S. Lucas MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
1212 PLEASANT ST DES MOINES IA, 50309About
Dr. Joi Lucas practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Orlando, FL. Dr. Lucas 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.
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