Douglas E. Pitts MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
8333 Naab Road Suite 400 Indianapolis Indiana, 46260About
Dr. Douglas Pitts is a cardiologist practicing in Indianapolis , Indiana. Dr. Pitts specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Pitts also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In 1978
Board Certification
Cardiology
Internal Medicine
Methodist Hospital
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Internships
- Methodist Hospital
Fellowships
- Methodist Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Cardiology, International Society of Heart Implants, Fellow of the American College of Cardiology
What do you attribute your success to?
Patient care.
Hobbies / Sports
- Running, Skiing, Hunting, Reading
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