Dr. Hugo Escobar MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
2401 Gillham Rd Kansas City MO, 64108About
Dr. Hugo Escobar practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Escobar 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.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Pulmonology
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