James Clyde Sheppard M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
691 Institution Road Defuniak Springs FL, 32433About
Dr. James Sheppard is a cardiologist practicing in Defuniak Springs, FL. Dr. Sheppard 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. Sheppard also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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University of Alabama School of Medicine 1960
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