Dr. Francis Schwiep MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Suite 205 Allentown PA, 18103About
Dr. Francis Schwiep practices Pulmonology in Allentown, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Schwiep 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 Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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