Dr. Abdullah Altayeh M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2350 N Rockton Ave Rockford Health Phys Rockford IL, 61103About
Dr. Abdullah Altayeh practices Pulmonology in Rockford, IL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Altayeh 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
St George',s University 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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