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Scott L. Fuchs M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
1301 2nd Ave Sw Largo FL, 33770About
Dr. Scott Fuchs is a cardiologist practicing in Largo, FL. Dr. Fuchs 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. Fuchs also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Temple University School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomyopathy
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Fellowships
- Philadelphia Heart Institute, Presbyterian Medical Center Phila., PA Cardiology 1994
- Cardiology, Presbyterian Hospital, Philadelphia, PA 1991
- (Cardiovascular Disease), PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL CENTER, PHILADELPHIA, PA 1991
Scott L. Fuchs M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1301 2nd Ave Sw
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