Walter J Pierce M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
425 W 59th St 9th Floor New York NY, 10019About
Dr. Walter Pierce is a cardiologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Pierce 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. Pierce also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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- SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center 1992
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