Dr. Daniel R Smith MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2205 Mccallie Ave Chattanooga TN, 37404About
Dr. Daniel Smith practices Pulmonology in Chattanooga, TN. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Smith 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
Med Coll of Ga Sch of Med, Augusta Ga 1988
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