Jason Robert Becker MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
200 LOTHROP ST FL 3 PITTSBURGH PA, 15213About
Dr. Jason Becker is a cardiologist practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Becker 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. Becker also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 2002
Tulane University of Louisiana 2002
Tulane University School of Medicine 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease- 2010
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 2004
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomyopathy
Fellowships
- Harvard University 2010
- Massachusetts General Hospital 2010
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