Hugo Elias Koo MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
943 Sunrise Blvd Waterloo IA, 50701About
Dr. Hugo Koo is a cardiologist practicing in Waterloo, IA. Dr. Koo 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. Koo also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ Nac Mayor De San Marcos- Prog Acad De Med Humana- Lima- Peru 1969
National Higher University of San Marcos / Academy of Human Medicine 1969
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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