Dr. Mary O. Polk M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
301 N 8th St 3rd Floor Springfield IL, 62701About
Dr. Mary Polk practices Pulmonology in Springfield, IL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Polk 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.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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