
James P. O'connor MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1213 E CLAY ST RICHMOND VA, 23298About
Dr. James O'connor practices Pulmonology in RICHMOND, VA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. O'connor 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.
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- Dr. Shilpa Johri MD1603 Santa Rosa Rd Henrico VA 23229
- Dr. Shawn C Mclane M.D.1603 Santa Rosa Rd Henrico VA 23229
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1250 EAST MARSHALL STREET - BOX 980510 RICHMOND VA 23298BON SECOURS RICHMOND COMMUNITY HOSPITALl
1500 N. 28TH STREET RICHMOND VA 23223