Dr. Rashid Nayyar, MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
6355 Walker Lane 300 Alexandria VA, 22310About
Dr. Rashid Nayyar practices Pulmonology in Alexandria, VA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Nayyar 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
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan MD 1989
Karachi Medical and Dental College 1989
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