Dr. Barbara Joy Foner MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
11155 Dunn Rd Ste: 315e Saint Louis MO, 63136About
Dr. Barbara Foner practices Pulmonology in Saint Louis, MO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Foner 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
E Tn State Univ J H Quillen Coll Of Med- Johnson City Tn 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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