James S Walder MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
4150 Fifth Street Rapid City SD, 57701About
Dr. James Walder is a cardiologist practicing in Rapid City, SD. Dr. Walder 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. Walder also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1971
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomyopathy
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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