Dr. Denise Mary Swidwa M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1704 Pittsburgh St Cheswick PA, 15024About
Dr. Denise Swidwa practices Pulmonology in Cheswick, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Swidwa 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.
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