Dr. Alex A Balekian M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1520 San Pablo St Suite 1000 Los Angeles CA, 90033About
Dr. Alex Balekian practices Pulmonology in Los Angeles, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Balekian 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
University of California 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Awards
- John S. Miller Award, Outstanding Senior Resident, 2006 University of Texas - Southwestern
- Outstanding Teacher, 2004 University of Texas - Southwestern
- Regents Scholar, 1999 University of California Los Angeles
- Alumni Scholar, 1999 University of California Los Angeles
Treatments
- Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Problems
Professional Memberships
- Member American Thoracic Society
- Member California Thoracic Society
- Member American College of Chest Physicians
- Member Los Angeles County Medical Society
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