Dr. Russell L Walker M.D.
Allergist and Immunologist
1720 Gunbarrel Rd Suite 400 Chattanooga TN, 37421About
Dr. Russell Walker practices Allergy and Immunology care in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Walker specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma and other allergic diseases. Allergist-Immunologists are trained and certified to treat each patients sensitivity and response to allergens of varying severity. Dr. Walker provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
Education and Training
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1991
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1991
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Allergic Reaction
- Hives (urticaria)
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