Dexter G De leon M.D.
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
3456 Wellington Dr Se Roanoke VA, 24014About
Dr. Dexter De leon is a cardiologist practicing in Roanoke, VA. Dr. De leon 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. De leon also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Dexter G De leon M.D.'s Practice location
Dexter G De leon M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Atrial Fibrillation: What is the Maze Procedure?
Atrial Fibrillation: What is the Maze Procedure?Atrial fibrillation is known as one of the most dangerous conditions of the heart. The infection can easily lead to stroke if you are not careful. It causes abnormal vibrations in the heart chambers, especially the atria. It alters the electrical...
- Too Much Sitting May Increase the Chance of Dying
Too Much Sitting May Increase the Chance of Dying “Spending too much time sitting may increase the odds of dying due to any cause”, says a new study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. The chances of dying from any cause increases by as much as 40% in people who spend a lot of time...
- What is Cardiac Ablation?
Cardiac ablation is a procedure used for atrial fibrillation (a-fib) treatment, which is an irregular beating of the heart. Doctors may recommend the procedure when other methods of treatment such as drugs and heartbeat reset aren’t successful.If atrial fibrillation, or an irregular heart rate,...
- Hydrochlorothiazide and Diabetes
DiabetesInsulin is a hormone that is secreted by the pancreas. Diabetes can develop when the pancreas stops secreting insulin or when the body becomes resistant to insulin. The most common type of diabetes is type 2 diabetes.According to the American Diabetes Association, more than 25 million people...
- What Is a CPK Lab Test?
What is creatine phosphokinase (CPK)?Creatine phosphokinase (CPK) is an enzyme, which is predominantly present in the heart, brain, and skeletal muscles. Converting creatine into phosphate is the main task of this enzyme. The cells of the body then quickly consume or burn this phosphate and use it...
- How Is Sarcoidosis Diagnosed?
What is sarcoidosis?Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease, which is characterized by the growth of granulomas or tiny collections of inflammatory cells in various parts of the body. When the immune system is slowed down and when these numerous clumps form, they tend to interfere with the organ’s...
Nearby Providers
- Terrence P. May M.D.2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW STE 203 ROANOKE VA 24014
- John F. Schmedtje M.D.201 Mcclanahan St Sw Roanoke VA 24014
- Carl W Musser M.D.2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW ROANOKE VA 24014
- Santosh Gopal Rane M.D.1906 Belleview Ave SE Roanoke VA 24014
- Krish Ramachandran M.D.2001 Crystal Spring Ave Sw Roanoke VA 24014
- Alexander G Vigh D.O.127 Mcclanahan St SW Roanoke VA 24014