Dr. Donald Charles Zavala MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
403 Indigo Saint Simons Island GA, 31522About
Dr. Donald Zavala practices Pulmonology in Saint Simons Island, GA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Zavala 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 Cincinnati / Main Campus 1948
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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