Dr. Billie J Barker MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
703 Park Plz Wexford PA, 15090About
Dr. Billie Barker practices Pulmonology in Pittsburgh, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Barker 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
Med College Of Ohio Toledo MD 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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