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Farooq Hameed Sheikh M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
1800 Orleans St Baltimore MD, 21287About
Dr. Farooq Sheikh is a cardiologist practicing in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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