Eric E Elgin M.D.
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
301 S 7th Ave Suite 2020 Reading PA, 19611About
Dr. Eric Elgin is a cardiologist practicing in Reading, PA. Dr. Elgin 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. Elgin also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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