Dr. Deirdre L. Kathman D.O.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
55 Lake Ave N Worcester MA, 01655About
Dr. Deirdre Kathman practices Pulmonology in Worcester, MA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Kathman 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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