Dr. Augustine Attiah MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2707 Bolton Boone Dr Desoto TX, 75115About
Dr. Augustine Attiah practices Pulmonology in Desoto, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Attiah 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
Washington Univ Sch Of Med- St Louis Mo 1979
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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