Augustine E. Agocha M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
2 Medical Park, Suite 506 Columbia SC, 29203About
Dr. Augustine Agocha is a cardiologist practicing in Columbia, SC. Dr. Agocha 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. Agocha also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny 1991
University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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