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William K Lafoe MD

Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology

4/5(8)
211 Saint Francis Dr Suite 15 Cape Girardeau MO, 63703
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About

Dr. William Lafoe is a cardiologist practicing in Cape Girardeau, MO. Dr. Lafoe 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. Lafoe also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.

Education and Training

La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1982

Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1982

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • High Cholesterol
  • Heart Disease
  • Heart Failure
  • Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
  • Pain
  • Vascular Disease

William K Lafoe MD's Practice location

Practice At 211 Saint Francis Dr Suite 15

211 Saint Francis Dr Suite 15 -
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
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New patients: 573-331-3333
Fax: 573-331-3334

Practice At 371 S Broadview St

371 S Broadview St -
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
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Patient Experience with Dr. Lafoe


4.0

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William K Lafoe MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 8 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Cardiologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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