Mr. John D Marcum MD
Allergist and Immunologist
1020 St Clair Plaza Saint Clair MO, 63077About
Dr. John Marcum practices Allergy and Immunology care in Saint Clair, MO. Dr. Marcum specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma and other allergic diseases. Allergist-Immunologists are trained and certified to treat each patients sensitivity and response to allergens of varying severity. Dr. Marcum provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
Education and Training
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1975
University of Louisville School of Medicine 1979
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Treatments
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
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