Dr. Geoffrey Allen Forbus MD
Cardiologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Cardiology
171 Ashley Ave Charleston SC, 29425About
Dr. Geoffrey Forbus is a pediatric cardiologist practicing in Charleston, SC. Dr. Forbus specializes in caring for fetuses, infants, children and adolescents with cardiovascular or cardiac abnormalities. Practiced in both inpatient and outpatient settings, the scope of conditions cared for by pediatric cardiologists is large and includes congenital heart defects, heart muscle disorders, rhythm disturbances and hypertension.
Education and Training
Univ of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms 1997
University of Mississippi School of Medicine 1997
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Cardiology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Kawasaki Disease
- Leukemia
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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