David G Baker MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
5000 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Province Building 1 Lafayette LA, 70508About
Dr. David Baker is a cardiologist practicing in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Baker 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. Baker 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 1975
Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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