Ralph M Mccleskey MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
1201 N 18th St Abilene TX, 79601About
Dr. Ralph Mccleskey is a cardiologist practicing in Abilene, TX. Dr. Mccleskey 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. Mccleskey also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1969
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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- Response of left ventricular ejection time to amyl nitrite inhalation in normal subjects.
- Response of left ventricular ejection time to amyl nitrite inhalation in normal subjects.
- Response of left ventricular ejection time to inhalation of amyl nitrite in patients with mitral valve prolapse.
- Response of left ventricular ejection time to inhalation of amyl nitrite in patients with mitral valve prolapse.
- Influence of positional change on pulsus alternans.
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