Dr. Michael C Witte DO
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1601 Nw 114th St Suite 347 Clive IA, 50325About
Dr. Michael Witte practices Pulmonology in Clive, IA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Witte 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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