Dr. Thomas Scanlin MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
89 French Street Suite 2300 New Brunswick NJ, 08901About
Dr. Thomas Scanlin practices Pediatric Pulmonology in New Brunswick, NJ. Dr. Scanlin treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania 1971
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Pulmonology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Acid Reflux
- Birth Defects
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Cystic Fibrosis (cf)
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