Maurice D Harris MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
2675 N Decatur Rd 200 Decatur GA, 30033About
Dr. Maurice Harris is a cardiologist practicing in Decatur, GA. Dr. Harris 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. Harris also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1987
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Treatments
- Echocardiogram (echo), High Blood Pressure (hypertension), Heart Attack And More
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- Member Emory Healthcare Network Physician
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