Dr. James Hughes MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
310 N 10th St Bismarck ND, 58501About
Dr. James Hughes practices Pulmonology in Bismarck, ND. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Hughes 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
Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania 1974
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania 1974
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