Dr. Steve A Mermelstein MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
444 Merrick Rd Lower Level 1 Lynbrook NY, 11563About
Dr. Steve Mermelstein practices Pulmonology in Lynbrook, NY. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Mermelstein 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
Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Yeshiva University 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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