Dr. Alan L Bier M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
365 Montauk Ave New London CT, 06320About
Dr. Alan Bier practices Pulmonology in New London, CT. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Bier 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
Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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