Dr. Karen Ruth Habenstein MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
250 E Liberty St Suite 902 Louisville KY, 40202About
Dr. Karen Habenstein practices Pulmonology in Louisville, KY. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Habenstein 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
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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