Rick A. Henderson, Cardiologist
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Rick A. Henderson

Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology

Medical Center Boulevard Winston-Salem North Carolina, 27157
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About

Rick A. Henderson, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.  Dr. Henderson has clinical interests in pacemakers, electrocardiography, advanced cardiac life support, and defibrillators.  Among his many specialties lies electrophysiology; or the science behind the measurement of the heart's electrical activities.  The invention of the wireless pacemaker is something Dr. Henderson installs on a regular basis for patients who live far away from the hospital and may not always be able to make the trip.  When not performing these surgeries, Dr. Henderson can be found teaching medical students at Wake Forest who are learning about cardiovascular diseases and internal medicine. 

Education and Training

East Carolina University School of Medicine

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 23 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Advanced Cardiac Life Supportand EchocardiologyCardiac DiseaseElectrocardiology

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Assistant Professor- Wake Forest University -

Internships

  • North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Fellowships

  • Penn State University-Hershey Medical Center; Wake Forest University (Electrocardiology)

Professional Society Memberships

  • American College of Cardiologists

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Support from Professors and Colleagues and Patient Interaction

Hobbies / Sports

  • Piloting Airplanes

Favorite professional publications

  • Heart Rhythm Society Journal

Rick A. Henderson's Practice location

Medical Center Boulevard -
Winston-Salem , North Carolina 27157
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New patients: 336-716-8636
http://www.wfu.edu/

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