Donna M Polk M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
80 Seymour Street Hartford Hospital Ca Hartford CT, 06102About
Dr. Donna Polk is a cardiologist practicing in Hartford, CT. Dr. Polk 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. Polk also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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