Leverne S Fox M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
175 Mary St Boone NC, 28607About
Dr. Leverne Fox is a cardiologist practicing in Boone, NC. Dr. Fox 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. Fox also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL 1980
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Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Sleep Disorders
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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