Dr. Donna Clay Gerhardstein MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
166 Pasadena Dr Lexington KY, 40503About
Dr. Donna Gerhardstein practices Pulmonology in Lexington, KY. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Gerhardstein 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
University of Kentucky College of Medicine 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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