James J Merrill MD
Cardiac Electrophysiologist | Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
2050 Meadowview Parkway Kingsport TN, 37660About
Dr. James Merrill is a Cardiac Electrophysicist practicing in Kingsport, TN. Dr. Merrill performs testing procedures on patients hearts electrical system in order to assess timing and abnormalities associated with electrical activities of the heart. Adult Cardiac Electrophysiologists are trained to treat irregular heartbeats, and carry out electrophysiology studies or ablations.
Education and Training
Univ of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa 1986
Duke University School of Medicine 1993
University of Washington School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Atrial Flutter
- Cardiomyopathy
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
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