Andrew T Kwa M.D.
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
2400 Samaritan Dr Suite 200 San Jose CA, 95124About
Dr. Andrew Kwa is a cardiologist practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Kwa 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. Kwa also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Vascular Disease
- Heart
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