Dr. Melvin Selinger MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
3798 Janes Rd Suite 4 Arcata CA, 95521Rating
4/5
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Dr. Melvin Selinger practices Pulmonology in Arcata, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Selinger 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
Universidad Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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