Dr. Balchander K Rao MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1631 North Loop West Suite 450 Houston TX, 77008About
Dr. Balchander Rao practices Pulmonology in Houston, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Rao 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
Institute Of Med Sciences
Institute of Medical Sciences 1969
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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