Dr. Jay L Summer M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
640 S Trumbull St Bay City MI, 48708About
Dr. Jay Summer practices Pulmonology in Bay City, MI. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Summer 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 Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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