Dr. Francis John Mclaughlin MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
881 South St Fitchburg MA, 01420About
Dr. Francis Mclaughlin practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Fitchburg, MA. Dr. Mclaughlin 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
Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College 1974
Dublin University
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Awards
- American Academy Of Pediatrics Fellow
- Royal College Of Physicians (canada) Fellow
Treatments
- Anemia
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Impetigo
- Allergic Reaction
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
Fellowships
- Children's Hospital Boston (Pediatrics, Pediatric Pulmonology) Pediatric
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