Christopher A. Foley MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
600 W 98th St Minneapolis MN, 55420About
Dr. Christopher Foley is a cardiologist practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Foley 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. Foley also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1976
Drexel University College of Medicine 1993
HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Aneurysm
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (dvt)
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Vascular Disease
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