James C Lightfoot M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
505 Parnassus Ave # M-1202 San Francisco CA, 94143About
Dr. James Lightfoot is a cardiologist practicing in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Lightfoot 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. Lightfoot also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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