Dr. Robert E Benkert MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
9201 W 44th Avenue Unit B Wheat Ridge CO, 80033About
Dr. Robert Benkert practices Pulmonology in Wheat Ridge, CO. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Benkert 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 Cincinnati College of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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