Dr. Joseph R Shaver MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
3651 Wheeler Rd Burn Center Augusta GA, 30909About
Dr. Joseph Shaver practices Pulmonology in Augusta, GA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Shaver 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
Georgetown University School of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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