Vikas R Soma MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
2510 30th Ave Astoria NY, 11102About
Dr. Vikas Soma is a cardiologist practicing in Astoria, NY. Dr. Soma 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. Soma also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Santiago Univ of Technology School of Medicine 1999
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineFellowships
- Maimonides Med Center 2005
- Med College 2010
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