Steven L Writer MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
6140 W Curtisian Suite 200 Boise ID, 83704About
Dr. Steven Writer is a cardiologist practicing in Boise, ID. Dr. Writer 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. Writer also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1974
Saint Louis University School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Heart Disease
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
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