John Alston Riddick M.D.
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
300 Stonecrest Blvd Suite 410 Smyrna TN, 37167About
Dr. John Riddick is a cardiologist practicing in Smyrna, TN. Dr. Riddick 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. Riddick also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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