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65101 (1) (21.28 mi)
65401 (1) (24.79 mi)
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  • Dwight Look, MD
    200 Points

    Dwight Look, MD

    PCRMC Medical Group
    Distance: 24.52 mi
    1050 West 10th St
    Rolla, MO 65401
  • Thomas Schneider, MD
    250 Points

    Thomas Schneider, MD

    Distance: 25.61 mi
    1241 W. Stadium Blvd.
    Jefferson City, MO 65109
  • Thomas W Schneider, MD
    150 Points

    Thomas W Schneider, MD

    Distance: 25.61 mi
    1241 W STADIUM BLVD STE 2200
    JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65109
  • Damasus Jayamanne, MD

    Damasus Jayamanne, MD

    Distance: 25.61 mi
    1241 W STADIUM BLVD
    JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65109

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Pulmonologist Info

Pulmonologist Summary:
A Pulmonologist is an internal medicine physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions and diseases of the cardio-pulmonary system. A Pulmonologist treats any part of the body that is involved in the breathing process and bringing oxygen into and out of the body.

Education and training: A Pulmonologist is required to finish four years of medical school followed by three years in a residency program. Another two years in direct contact with patients must then be completed. Once this is done, an Internal Medical Board Certification exam must be passed.


Pulmonologist FAQs:
What is a Pulmonologist?
A Pulmonologist is a physician who has been trained to treat the lungs and diseases associated with the respiratory tract. A Pulmonologist can work in a hospital, clinic, or in private practice.

When would one need to see a Pulmonologist?
A Pulmonologist treats asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, pneumonia, lung cancer and other respiratory conditions.

What types of procedures does a Pulmonologist perform?
A Pulmonologist can run tests on the lungs and prescribe medications and equipment such as oxygen and ventilators.

What are the different types of lung cancer?
There are 3 kinds of lung cancer:
Non-small cell lung cancer: This is the most common type of cancer that originates in the lungs
Small cell lung cancer: This is a more aggressive form of cancer, but it responds better to chemotherapy and radiation than non-small cell lung cancer. It is the most common kind of caner found in smokers and ex-smokers.
Metastasized cancer: Cancer that has spread from other parts of the body to the lungs.


Pulmonologist Related Terms:
lungs, lung disease, lung cancer, pulmonology, breathing, breathing problems, lung cancer, pulmonary system, asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, pleurisy, sleep apnea, sleep studies, allergies