Dr. Michele R Postma M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
985 9th Ave Sw Suite 101 Bessemer AL, 35022About
Dr. Michele Postma practices Pulmonology in Bessemer, AL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Postma 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 Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1996
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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