
Dr. Olimpia A Radu MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
330 Washington St Suite 430 Norwich CT, 06360About
Dr. Olimpia Radu practices Pulmonology in Norwich, CT. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Radu 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.
Education and Training
Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy MD
Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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Fellowships
- Winthrop University Hospital
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