Raymond Taillefer
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
Nuclear Medicine Dix 30 9090 Boulevard Le Du Brossard Quebec , J470EZAbout
Raymond Taillefer, MD, FRCP(C), maintains a position at H�pital du Haut-Richelieu located in Quebec in Canada. With over 30 years of experience in the field of nuclear medicine, Dr. Taillefer has specific clinical interest and expertise in oncology and nuclear cardiology; nuclear cardiology being the study of the functionality of the heart and testing how well the heart pumps blood throughout the body. Dr. Taillefer obtained certification from the American Board of Nuclear Medicine, and has had the honor of receiving international and national awards for his excellence and achievements in the field. When Dr. Taillefer is not serving his patients, he is a Professor of Nuclear Medicine in the Department of Radiology of the Universit� de Montr�al. Active in the field, Dr. Taillefer is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada, amongst other associations that support continued education in physicians.
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Education and Training
Université de Montréal
Board Certification
American Board of Nuclear Medicine- Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear Cardiology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor of Nuclear Medicine at the Université de Montréal -
- Local, Regional, National, and International Public Speaking -
Awards
- Received National and International Awards in the Field of Nuclear Medicine
Professional Society Memberships
- Council of Nuclear Cardiology
Articles and Publications
- Has been Published
What do you attribute your success to?
- Work Ethic, Training, Education, Technology, Challenges of the Field, and Patient Care
Hobbies / Sports
- Helicopter Pilot for 10 Years, Traveling
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