Dr. John David Cowden MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
600 7th St Se Cedar Rapids IA, 52401About
Dr. John Cowden practices Pulmonology in Cedar Rapids, IA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Cowden 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 Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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