Dr. Philip Simkovitz MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
5520 Park Avenue Suite 202 Trumbull CT, 06611About
Dr. Philip Simkovitz practices Pulmonology in Trumbull, CT. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Simkovitz 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
Boston University School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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