Dr. Tarun Madappa M.D
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1501 S Alameda St Corpus Christi TX, 78404About
Dr. Tarun Madappa practices Pulmonology in Corpus Christi, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Madappa 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
M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore University MD
M.S. Ramaiah Medical College 2000
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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