Dr. Asha Thomas M.D.
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
3300 Main Street 4th Floor Suite A&B Springfield MA, 01199About
Dr. Asha Thomas practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Springfield, MA. Dr. Thomas treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
Ross University School of Medicine 1999
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 1996
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