Dr. Larry J Foster M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
111 W Stone Dr Suite 100 Kingsport TN, 37660About
Dr. Larry Foster practices Pulmonology in Kingsport, TN. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Foster 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
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1970
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1970
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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