Dr. James M Brassard MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
6 E Chestnut St Suite A4 Augusta ME, 04330About
Dr. James Brassard practices Pulmonology in Augusta, ME. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Brassard 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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