Robert Augustus Buchanan MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
2609 N Duke St Suite 700 Durham NC, 27704About
Dr. Robert Buchanan is a cardiologist practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Buchanan 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. Buchanan also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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