Dr. Alejandro Comellas MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA, 52242About
Dr. Alejandro Comellas practices Pulmonology in Iowa City, IA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Comellas 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 De Venezuela - Jose Maria Vargas MD
University of Central Venezuela / Luis Razetti School of Medicine 1996
Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti 1996
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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