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Dr. Stephen S. Im M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
12709 Toepperwein Rd Suite 201 San Antonio TX, 78233About
Dr. Stephen Im practices Pulmonology in San Antonio, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Im 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
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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