Christopher Kontos M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
2100 Erwin Rd Durham NC, 27710About
Dr. Christopher Kontos is a cardiologist practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Kontos 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. Kontos also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1989
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1992
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease- 1997
Provider Details
Awards
- Duke Cardiology Fellowship 2009 Outstanding Mentorship Award
- American Heart Association 2004 Fellow
- American College of Cardiology 1999 Fellow
- Duke Heart Center 1998 Initial Career Development Award
- 1997 Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Award K08, NIH/NHLBI
- American Heart Association, North Carolina Affiliate 1996 Fellowship Award
- 1992 Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical College of Virginia
- 1991 Best Intern, MCV Medical School Class
Professional Memberships
- Member American Heart Association
- Member American College of Cardiology
Fellowships
- Cardiovascular Disease, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC USA 1997
- Duke University Hospital, Cardiovascular Disease, NC, USA 1997
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