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Robert A. Braastad M.D.

Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease

4/5(7)
1302 Franklin Ave Suite 4500 Normal IL, 61761
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4/5

About

Dr. Robert Braastad is a cardiologist practicing in Normal, IL. Dr. Braastad 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. Braastad also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.

Education and Training

Emory University School Of Medicine 1979

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Heart Disease
  • Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
  • Pain
  • Vascular Disease

Robert A. Braastad M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1302 Franklin Ave Suite 4500

1302 Franklin Ave Suite 4500 -
Normal, IL 61761
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New patients: 773-257-6542, 309-556-8293, 309-556-8300

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Patient Experience with Dr. Braastad


4.0

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Robert A. Braastad M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 7 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Cardiologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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