Lucius Alexander Howell M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
160 Dental Cir Cb# 7075 Chapel Hill NC, 27599About
Dr. Lucius Howell is a cardiologist practicing in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Howell 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. Howell also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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- Michael Yeung M.D.UNC CENTER FOR HEART AND VASCULAR CARE CHAPEL HILL NC 27599
- Alan L Hinderliter MD101 Manning Dr Chapel Hill NC 27599
- Brian Colwell Jensen M.D.Unc Division Of Cardiology Chapel Hill NC 27599
- Nathan D Lambert M.D.101 Manning Dr Chapel Hill NC 27599
- Jason N. Katz MD, MHS160 Dental Circle, Chapel Hill NC 27599
- Willis M Wu MD101 Manning Dr Chapel Hill NC 27599