Joan Dabu, MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
39000 Bob Hope Dr Rancho Mirage CA, 92270About
Dr. Joan Dabu practices Pulmonology in Rancho Mirage, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Dabu 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.
Provider Details
Internships
- Saint Michael\'s Medical Center
Fellowships
- Saint Michael\'s Medical Center (Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American College of Chest Physicians, American Thoracic Society
What do you attribute your success to?
- dedication, hard work, love of the field, and the satisfaction of helping others.
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