Dr. Walter Chua M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2201 Hempstead Tpke Nassau University Me East Meadow NY, 11554About
Dr. Walter Chua practices Pulmonology in East Meadow, NY. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Chua 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
State University of New York Upstate Medical University 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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