
Rahul Kakkar M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
55 Fruit St Yaw-5700 Boston MA, 02114About
Dr. Rahul Kakkar is a cardiologist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Kakkar 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. Kakkar also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Indira Gandhi Med Coll, Himachal Pradesh Univ, Shimla, India 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Nearby Providers
- Igor R. Palacios MD55 FRUIT ST BOSTON MA 02114
- Angel Caldera M.D.55 Fruit St Boston MA 02114
- Ricardo C. Cury MD100 Charles River Plz Boston MA 02114
- Kimberly Ann Parks DO55 FRUIT ST BOSTON MA 02114
- Ian S. Rogers M.D., M.P.H.Massachusetts General Hospital Boston MA 02114
- Aloke Virmani Finn MD55 Fruit Street Grb 804 Boston MA 02114
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300 LONGWOOD AVENUE BOSTON MA 2115