Dr. John J Welter MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
19 Bradhurst Ave Suite 1400 Hawthorne NY, 10532About
Dr. John Welter practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Hawthorne, NY. Dr. Welter treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
St. George's University School of Medicine 1999
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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