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Dr. Michael Kalafer is a pulmonologist and internal medicine physician who has dedicated 56 years to caring for patients with lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine, building a foundation of expertise that spans more than five decades of practice. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care for both complex respiratory disorders and general internal medicine needs.
Dr. Kalafer practices in San Diego, California, where he focuses on treating serious respiratory conditions including respiratory failure and pneumonia. He has experience managing patients with COVID-19, bringing his extensive background to bear on this challenging condition. His diagnostic capabilities include performing chest X-rays and interpreting chest fluoroscopy to evaluate lung function and identify respiratory issues. Patients benefit from his thorough approach to care, which includes comprehensive chemistry panels …to assess overall health status alongside respiratory treatment.
Read More Read less Dr. Kalafer practices in San Diego, California, where he focuses on treating serious respiratory conditions including respiratory failure and pneumonia. He has experience managing patients with COVID-19, bringing his extensive background to bear on this challenging condition. His diagnostic capabilities include performing chest X-rays and interpreting chest fluoroscopy to evaluate lung function and identify respiratory issues. Patients benefit from his thorough approach to care, which includes comprehensive chemistry panels …to assess overall health status alongside respiratory treatment.
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Quick Facts
- 56 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Pulmonology | Neuroradiology | Pediatrics | Allergy & Immunology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 56 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| SAN DIEGO , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine | Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences | Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Edwin Kalafer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Edwin Kalafer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Edwin Kalafer has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
56 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Suny Upstate Medical University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1970
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- Dr. Michael Kalafer's office is located at 1220 ROSECRANS ST PMB 451, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92106.
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