Dr. George Su M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
517 21st Ave San Francisco CA, 94121About
Dr. George Su practices Pulmonology in San Francisco, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Su 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 Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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