Dr. Gerard Diefes is a pulmonologist in Wynnewood. He diagnoses and treats patients who suffer from respiratory or breathing problems such as asthma and COPD.
Yes, Dr. Gerard J. Diefes is accepting new patients at this office.
(610) 896-0286
1001 City Avenue, Wynnewood, PA 19096
Dr. Gerard Diefes graduated from MCP Hahnemann University College of Medicine in 1992.
Dr. Diefes has three offices in Pennsylvania where he specializes in Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine.
Dr. Diefes works with two doctors including Dr. Gregory Lenchner and Dr. Robert Promisloff.
Pulmonologists are specialized physicians who diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the respiratory tract. As a respiratory specialist, Dr. Diefes may diagnose and treat pulmonary disorders such as asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, lung cancer, lung disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema and bronchitis, among a host of others.
Critical care specialists like Dr. Diefes provide life-saving care for patients in critical condition. Patients are usually cared for in within intensive care units (ICUs), and may receive life and organ support. Dr. Diefes may also work to stabilize patients and perform time-sensitive, potentially life-saving procedures.
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Diefes specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. When necessary, Dr. Diefes can also refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. As an example, patients with severe liver problems could be referred to a hepatologist for additional medical tests or treatments.
Sleep medicine specialists diagnose and treat various disorders and diseases relating to sleep. This can include a range of conditions including insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy, nightmares and others. Dr. Diefes utilizes a variety of diagnostic tools including screening devices, overnight sleep studies or oximeters, among many others. Treatments can include CPAP therapy, implantation of sleep devices, counseling, lifestyle modifications, and others aimed at eliminating or alleviating the symptoms of sleep conditions.
MCP Hahnemann University College of Medicine
MD • 1992
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Diefes, but only those who participate in Medicare.