Dr. Raymond L. Portis M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2500 N State St Department Of Medici Jackson MS, 39216About
Dr. Raymond Portis practices Pulmonology in Jackson, MS. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Portis 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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