
Dr. Walter Szczupak M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
3 Conscience Bow East Setauket NY, 11733About
Dr. Walter Szczupak practices Pulmonology in East Setauket, NY. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Szczupak 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- Pulmonary Disease
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