L Brick Rigden MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
2790 Clay Edwards Dr Suite 520 Kansas City MO, 64116About
Dr. L Rigden is a cardiologist practicing in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Rigden 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. Rigden also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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