Dr. James Thomas Dean III, DO

Dr. James Dean specializes in internal medicine and pulmonology, bringing expertise in treating complex respiratory and internal medicine conditions. He focuses on comprehensive care for patients with breathing disorders and internal health concerns. His dual specialty training allows him to address both acute respiratory issues and the underlying medical conditions that often contribute to lung problems.

Dr. Dean practices at multiple locations throughout Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, including the Heart Failure and Pulmonary Hypertensive Clinic and University of New Mexico Hospital. He treats patients with respiratory failure and helps manage electrolyte imbalances that can affect overall health. His procedural expertise includes pulmonary function testing to assess lung capacity and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate breathing treatments. Dr. Dean also provides therapeutic hypothermia, an advanced treatment used in critical care situations.