Dr. Gerald M O'brien MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4745 Ogletown Stanton Rd Suite 220 Newark DE, 19713About
Dr. Gerald O'brien practices Pulmonology in Newark, DE. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. O'brien 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
Ponce Sch of Med, Ponce Pr 1983
Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences 1983
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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