Breno S Pessanha MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
2200 NW 26TH ST OWATONNA MN, 55060About
Dr. Breno Pessanha is a cardiologist practicing in Peoria, IL. Dr. Pessanha 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. Pessanha also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Universidade Federal Fluminense MD
Universidade Federal Fluminense 1995
Universidade Federal Fluminense (UFF) Faculdade de Medicina
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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