Dr. Michael S Lagnese D.O.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
8815 Germantown Ave Philadelphia PA, 19118About
Dr. Michael Lagnese practices Pulmonology in Philadelphia, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Lagnese 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
Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa 1993
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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