Joseph Briskie DO
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
150 Mundy St Wilkes Barre PA, 18702About
Dr. Joseph Briskie is a cardiologist practicing in Wilkes Barre, PA. Dr. Briskie 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. Briskie also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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