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Ronald Raymond Petersen MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
1111 Ne 99th Ave Suite 201 Portland OR, 97220About
Dr. Ronald Petersen is a cardiologist practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Petersen 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. Petersen also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or 1982
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Pain
Ronald Raymond Petersen MD's Practice location
Practice At 1111 Ne 99th Ave Suite 201
1111 Ne 99th Ave Suite 201 -Portland, OR 97220Get Direction
Providence Heart Clinic at The Oregon Clinic- East
1111 NE 99th Ave Ste 201 -Portland, OR 97220Get Direction
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