Dr. Joseph Lasky MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1415 Tulane Ave New Orleans LA, 70112About
Dr. Joseph Lasky practices Pulmonology in New Orleans, LA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Lasky 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
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1985
University of Mn Med Sch 1985
University of Minnesota Medical School 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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