
Naseema B. Merchant
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
28 Strawberry Lane Middlefield Connecticut, 6455About
Dr. Naseema Merchant practices Pulmonology in Middlefield, Connecticut. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Merchant 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
Aga Khan University
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine- Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor of Medicine, Yale University -
Internships
- University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center
Fellowships
- Yale University (Pulmonology, Critical Care)
What do you attribute your success to?
Great Teachers, Inspiring Mentors, Lots of Hard Work
Hobbies / Sports
- Roading, Hiking
Favorite professional publications
- New England Journal of Medicine
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Michael Imevbore M.D.46 Prince St New Haven CT 06519
- Dr. Andrew Murphy M.D.40 Cross Street Norwalk CT 06851
- Dr. Carl B. Sherter MD170 Grandview Avenue Waterbury CT 06708
- Dr. Adil Salam MD15 Corporate Dr Trumbull CT 06611
- Dr. Anton N Chinniah M.D.1450 Barnum Ave Bridgeport CT 06610
- Dr. Benjamin Weisman M.D.4699 Main St Bridgeport CT 06606
Nearest Hospitals
MILFORD HOSPITAL, INCl
300 SEASIDE AVENUE MILFORD CT 6460