Alfred C. Myaing, M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
2863 Duke St Alexandria VA, 22314About
Dr. Alfred C. Myaing is an esteemed cardiologist with over 55 years of experience, serving patients in Alexandria, Virginia. Specializing in heart conditions, he practices at Alexandria Medical Services and Inova hospitals. Dr. Myaing's commitment to excellence in heart health is reflected in his board certification in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). Fluent in English and Burmese, he emphasizes personalized care, education, and prevention for optimal wellness and recovery. Dr. Myaing's dedication to his patients has garnered praise, making him a highly respected and trusted cardiologist in the community.
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Education and Training
Institue of Medicine 1968
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
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What foods to avoid if you have problems?
Salty and fatty. READ MORE
How much water should a person with heart failure drink?
Discuss with your doctor. As much as you need. READ MORE
How can I fix my irregular heartbeat naturally?
None READ MORE
How serious is having a stent put in?
High READ MORE
How often should a heart stent be checked?
Every few months. READ MORE
Is it safe to take a lot of prescription medicines when you have heart problems?
No. Need an exam with a doctor. READ MORE
How worried should I be about my high blood pressure?
Yes. See a doctor. READ MORE
Will drinking water lower your heart rate?
Yes for dehydration. No if from other cause. READ MORE
How long can a person live with a defibrillator?
As long as needed. READ MORE
Can a deep tissue massage lower your heart rate?
no READ MORE
Does an echocardiogram show a heart murmur?
yes READ MORE
Does arrhythmia damage the heart?
yes READ MORE
Is blood pressure always high during a heart attack?
no READ MORE
Is exercising before bed good for your heart?
no READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Leon Gordon Award 1974
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Pneumonia
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Fellowships
- Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia/Deborah Heart and Lung Center Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease 1976
Internships
- Rutgers Health/Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset1971Transitional Year
Fellowships
- Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia/Deborah Heart and Lung Center1976Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease
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Get to know Cardiologist Dr. Alfred C. Myaing, who serves patients in Alexandria, Virginia.
With over 55 years of experience, Dr. Myaing is a highly trained cardiologist with Alexandria Medical Services in Virginia.
Specializing in the diagnosis, treatment and management of heart conditions, he can also be found on staff at Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital.
The doctor’s acclaimed career in medicine began after he earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine 1, Yangon in Burma in 1968. He then relocated to the United States, performing his internship at Somerset Medical Center and his residency at Doctors Hospital in Washington, D.C., where he served as chief resident from 1973-1974.
Furthering his training, Dr. Myaing performed fellowships in cardiology and cardiovascular disease at Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia and Deborah Heart and Lung Center in 1976.
With a commitment to excellence in heart health, he is board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Cardiology is a branch of medicine that deals with the disorders of the heart, as well as some parts of the circulatory system. The field includes medical diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology. Cardiologists are doctors who diagnose, assess, and treat patients with diseases and defects of the heart and blood vessels (the cardiovascular system).
On a more personal note, Dr. Myaing speaks English and Burmese.
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