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Melissa J Ferraro-borgida M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
100 Retreat Ave Hartford CT, 06106About
Dr. Melissa Ferraro-borgida is a cardiologist practicing in Hartford, CT. Dr. Ferraro-borgida 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. Ferraro-borgida also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
University of Connecticut School of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Melissa J Ferraro-borgida M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 100 Retreat Ave
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Nearby Providers
- Sabet Hashim MD85 Seymour St Hartford CT 06106
- Komsu Mamuya MD85 Seymour St Hartford CT 06106
- Eric Joseph Oligino MD100 Retreat Ave Hartford CT 06106
- James Pratt Cardon M.D.100 Retreat Ave Hartford CT 06106
- Steven Michael Borer D.O.100 Retreat Ave Hartford CT 06106
- Stephen J Kastoff M.D.85 Seymour St Hartford CT 06106
Nearest Hospitals
CONNECTICUT CHILDRENS MEDICAL CENTERl
282 WASHINGTON STREET HARTFORD CT 6106ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTERl
114 WOODLAND STREET HARTFORD CT 6105