
Dr. Nizar Chafik Issa M.D
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
228 W Tyler Ave Suite 105 West Memphis AR, 72301About
Dr. Nizar Issa practices Pulmonology in West Memphis, AR. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Issa 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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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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