Hector Banchs MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
4AS1 VIA LETICIA CAROLINA PR, 00983About
Dr. Hector Banchs is a cardiologist practicing in CAROLINA, PR. Dr. Banchs 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. Banchs also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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