Steven J Carr MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
320 E North Ave Pittsburgh PA, 15212About
Dr. Steven Carr is a cardiologist practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Carr 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. Carr also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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