Nelson Charles M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
1550 Barkley Cir Fort Myers FL, 33907About
Dr. Nelson Charles is a cardiologist practicing in Fort Myers, FL. Dr. Charles 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. Charles also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ Auto De Santo Domingo (Uasd) 1967
Instituto TecnolÛgico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud 1967
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Angina
- Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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