Dr. Drew A. Harris MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1221 LEE ST FL 2 CHARLOTTESVILLE VA, 22908About
Dr. Drew Harris practices Pulmonology in CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Harris 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 Pittsburgh / Main Campus 2008
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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