Dr. Yasser M Mokhtar M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1111 Mcintosh Cir Suite 302 Joplin MO, 64804About
Dr. Yasser Mokhtar practices Pulmonology in Joplin, MO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Mokhtar 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
University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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