Walter Takeshi Kusumoto M.D. M.P.H.
Cardiac Electrophysiologist | Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
1645 Esplanade Suite 3 Chico CA, 95926About
Dr. Walter Kusumoto is a Cardiac Electrophysicist practicing in Chico, CA. Dr. Kusumoto performs testing procedures on patients hearts electrical system in order to assess timing and abnormalities associated with electrical activities of the heart. Adult Cardiac Electrophysiologists are trained to treat irregular heartbeats, and carry out electrophysiology studies or ablations.
Education and Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Atrial Flutter
- Cardiomyopathy
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Vascular Disease
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