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Francisco Gabriel Merced-ortiz MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
1492 AVE PONCE DE LEON SAN JUAN PR, 00907About
Dr. Francisco Merced-ortiz is a cardiologist practicing in SAN JUAN, PR. Dr. Merced-ortiz 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. Merced-ortiz also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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