Dr. Sandra Y Morelock M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
30 Choctaw St Asheville NC, 28801About
Dr. Sandra Morelock practices Pulmonology in Asheville, NC. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Morelock 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 Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1992
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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