Luis E Augsten M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
8151 Overseas Hwy Suite 400 Marathon FL, 33050About
Dr. Luis Augsten is a cardiologist practicing in Marathon, FL. Dr. Augsten 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. Augsten also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ De Cadiz- Fac De Med- Cadiz- Spain 1974
University of Valencia / Faculty of Medicine
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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Luis E Augsten M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Heart attack?
YOU DID HAVE A HEART ATTACK READ MORE
Can apple cider vinegar remove plaque from arteries?
NO READ MORE
Does anesthesia affect heart health?
NO READ MORE
Is the damage from a heart attack permanent?
YES READ MORE
What causes fluid in lungs after heart surgery?
FAILURE TO PUMP BECAUSE DAMAGE HEART OR OVERLOAD WITH FLUIDS THAT THE HEART CAN NOT HANDLE READ MORE
Can an aspirin stop a heart attack?
YES READ MORE
What causes an increased heartbeat?
THAT IS A NORMAL RESPONSE TO STRESS SECONDARY TO EXCESS ADRENALINA READ MORE
Can high blood pressure cause nosebleeds?
MAY BE READ MORE
What is the difference between a cardiologist and interventional cardiologist?
AN INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST PERFORMS PROCEDURES USING CATHETERS OR WIRES (CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION, PCI, TAVR, ABLATION, ETC) READ MORE
How does a kidney disease impact the heart?
DIALYSIS IMPACT THE HEART FAVORABLY BY REMOVING TOXIC SUBSTANCES AND EXCESS FLUID THAT THE HEART CAN NOT HANDLE READ MORE
Can excess oil in food cause a heart attack?
YES READ MORE
Why do I have palpitations?
YOU MAY HAVE AN ABNORMAL ELECTRICAL CONNECTION IN YOUR HEART THAT IS COMMONLY DIAGNOSED WITH AN ELECTROCARDIOGRAM OR EKG RECORDINGS AND EP STUDIES READ MORE
Awards
- Florida Super Doctors 2009 - South Florida Edition 2009
Fellowships
- CARDIOLOGY, EHS CHRIST HOSPITAL, IL 1981
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