Dr. James Joseph O'connor MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
18 W New York Avenue Somers Point NJ, 08244About
Dr. James O'connor practices Pulmonology in Somers Point, NJ. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. O'connor 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.
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