Jacob Cross Townsend MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
100 Pilot Medical Dr Suite 300 Birmingham AL, 35235About
Dr. Jacob Townsend is a cardiologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend 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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- James R. Trimm MD100 Pilot Medical Drive Birmingham Albama 35235
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- Joshua Aaron Turner M.D.100 PILOT MEDICAL DR BIRMINGHAM AL 35235
- Brian D Snoddy M.D.100 Pilot Medical Drive Birmingham AL 35235
- Christopher A King M.D.48 Medical Park Dr E Birmingham AL 35235
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