Dr. John Alan Butler M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
5668 E State St Suite B600 Rockford IL, 61108About
Dr. John Butler practices Pulmonology in Rockford, IL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Butler 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
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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