Ray David Smith M.D.
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
2727 Hearne Ave Suite 300 Shreveport LA, 71103About
Dr. Ray Smith is a cardiologist practicing in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Smith 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. Smith also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1994
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Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (aaa)
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Leg Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
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