Dr. Jose A Birriel M.D.
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
1 Sw 129th Ave Suite 308 Hollywood FL, 33027About
Dr. Jose Birriel practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Hollywood, FL. Dr. Birriel treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
Universidad Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine 1981
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Asthma
- Sleep Apnea
- Cerebral Palsy
- Allergies
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Allergic Reaction
- Cystic Fibrosis (cf)
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
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