Dr. Frank Trieste Grassi MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
9981 S. Health Park Dr Suite 454 Fort Myers FL, 33908About
Dr. Frank Grassi practices Pulmonology in Fort Myers, FL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Grassi 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
Tulane University of Louisiana 1997
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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