Dr. Bruce Floyd Bachus M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1112 E Mcdowell Rd Phoenix AZ, 85006About
Dr. Bruce Bachus practices Pulmonology in Phoenix, AZ. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Bachus 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
Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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