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Respiratory Disease |
Respiratory disease specialists, also called pulmonologists,
are concerned with diseases of the lungs and airways. They
diagnose and treat cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational
diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other
complex disorders of the lungs. Pulmonologists test lung functions
in many ways, including direct visualization with various
scopes. Many pulmonary disease experts are also skilled in
critical care, and may prescribe and monitor mechanical breathing
assistance.
Pulmonologists gain subspecialty certification after first
earning certification in internal medicine from the American
Board of Internal Medicine.
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